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When Fear Takes Over, the Future Shuts Down
In times of uncertainty, imagination — our most human and strategic asset — is often the first thing to disappear. Yet it’s exactly what businesses need to innovate and adapt.
This blog post explores why pressure shuts down future thinking, what future competence really means, and how leaders can create the conditions for imagination, innovation, and long-term vision to thrive.
Embracing Future Resilience: Navigating Setbacks and Seizing Opportunities
Discover how embracing future resilience can transform setbacks into stepping stones for growth. In this blog post, I share personal experiences—from navigating company insolvencies to diving into creative projects—that redefined my outlook on challenges and sparked unexpected opportunities. Learn how adopting a positive, proactive mindset not only empowers you to bounce back but also fuels lifelong learning and innovation. Join me on this journey of turning adversity into a launchpad for success.
Find Your Flow, Fuel Your Focus!
Unlock your potential with my latest blog post, "Find Your Flow, Fuel Your Focus."
Discover how achieving that state of deep engagement can transform your work—from minimizing distractions and embracing the right challenges to establishing powerful routines. Whether you're a coach, a leader, or simply seeking to boost creativity, learn actionable strategies to harness the power of flow and elevate your productivity.
Rediscovering the Power of Play: A Skill Adults Should Relearn
As we grow older, play often takes a backseat to responsibilities—but what if we brought it back?
This blog explores the personal and professional benefits of play, from reducing stress and boosting creativity to enhancing teamwork and fostering innovation.
Learn how to reintroduce play into your life and transform your well-being and success. Ready to embrace your inner child?
Fostering Creativity in Teams: The Key to Innovation
What makes a team truly creative? Successful teams don’t just rely on individual talent—they cultivate an environment where ideas can flourish.
In this blog, we explore four essential characteristics of highly creative teams: diverse perspectives, effective communication, psychological safety, and strategic planning.
Beyond these fundamentals, leaders can directly enhance creativity by recognizing small wins and fostering network connections to bring fresh ideas into the mix. Creativity isn’t just for a select few—it’s for everyone.
Ready to build a culture of innovation? Read more to discover how to unlock your team’s creative potential!
Thriving in the Whitewater World of Work: Insights from TomorrowMind
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, thriving requires more than just hard work—it demands resilience, foresight, creativity, and strong social connections. TomorrowMind: Thrive at Work with Resilience, Creativity, and Connection, Now and in an Uncertain Future by Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, MD, and Martin Seligman introduces the PRISM model, a research-backed framework for workplace success.
This blog post explores how Prospection, Resilience, Innovation, Social Support, and Meaning (PRISM) can help us navigate what the authors call the whitewater world of work—an unpredictable landscape that requires adaptability and self-trust.
Discover key takeaways from the book and how its insights can reshape the way we approach work and career growth.