Jakob Franzen is an executive coach, author, and public speaker who works with executives to find their authentic approach to leadership. Executives are bombarded by lists of skills they need to be ...

In the realm of leadership, a critical yet often overlooked quality is self-awareness. The ability to lead oneself before leading others is a fundamental principle that distinguishes exceptional ...

To many leaders, self-awareness conjures up images of people holding hands and singing “Kumbaya.” Nothing could be further from the truth. Although there is nothing wrong with singing and holding ...

Yet these skills are the infrastructure of leadership. Without them, no amount of strategy or technical expertise will unlock ...

Instead of day-to-day operations advice, I want to share three skills that elevate how we run our organizations and how we ...

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. Being an effective leader ...

Workforce dynamics have changed drastically over the years, bringing forth both opportunities and challenges. While it can be argued that the 20th century was defined by long-term employment and ...

Leadership can be a lonely climb—but with authenticity, connection, and emotional intelligence, leaders can turn isolation into impact.

Scholar Dr. Kristin Neff defines self-compassion as "giv[ing] ourselves the same kindness and support we'd give to a good friend." Leadership is no joke. Whether you are a team leader at a small local ...

While AI and its creators are blasting undeniable momentum and discovery throughout the collective, ancient technologies such as astrology, are also making waves and provocative invitations that ...

How self-aware are you in your leadership? Are you open to discussing issues with people … or only some people? Do you lean in when your favorite staff or parents want to talk with you and lean back ...