June 03, 2024 Satya Nadella’s 3-word description of Microsoft’s culture should inspire leaders to be learners To build a ‘learn-it-all’ culture, you need to be a learn-it-all leader. BY Stephanie Mehta Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to … Continue reading Satya Nadella’s 3-word description of Microsoft’s culture should inspire leaders to be learners
Category Archives: Leadership Lessons
This is how leaders can avoid the common trap of chaos
June 02, 2024 This is how leaders can avoid the common trap of chaos Any workplace can fall prey to chaos. It’s up to leaders to put reasonable rules of conduct in place. BY Yonason Goldson You’ve just settled into your office chair one morning when you get called away for a not-so-quick conversation.? By the … Continue reading This is how leaders can avoid the common trap of chaos
4 leadership principles that drive company culture
June 01, 2024 4 leadership principles that drive company culture This tech cofounder and CEO calls them the “Four I’s”—instinct, integrity, intensity, and inclusion. Here’s how to cultivate the values they stand for. BY Ameesh Divatia There is a quote from leadership and company culture expert Larry Senn that says, “Culture is not an initiative. Culture … Continue reading 4 leadership principles that drive company culture
Business leaders are too fixated on disruption instead of meaningful change
April 23, 2024 Business leaders are too fixated on disruption instead of meaningful change ‘People don’t care if it’s new. They care if it’s better,’ says the cofounder of the London creative agency, Without. ‘Sometimes, the route to success is simply doing something timeless really, really well.’ BY Philip Koh Flicking through the fundraising pitch for … Continue reading Business leaders are too fixated on disruption instead of meaningful change
5 things Larry David’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ can teach you about leadership (all don’ts)
April 06, 2024 5 things Larry David’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ can teach you about leadership (all don’ts) As Larry David’s long-running HBO series concludes, here’s how the curmudgeonly comedian made it a masterclass in how not to be a leader. BY Joe Berkowitz The world has changed a lot in the 24 years since Curb Your … Continue reading 5 things Larry David’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ can teach you about leadership (all don’ts)
DEI needs to get back on track—these leaders have solutions
March 13, 2024 DEI needs to get back on track—these leaders have solutions Fast Bites: Recapping highlights from the panel “The Fight for DEI” at the 11th annual Fast Company Grill at SXSW. BY Tania Rahman The Fast Company Grill hit SXSW this year. Couldn’t make it to Austin? Here are some Fast Bites: Your handy … Continue reading DEI needs to get back on track—these leaders have solutions
3 lessons on leadership and workplace collaboration from Broadway legend Chita Rivera
By Shannon Cudd January 31, 2024 Broadway icon Chita Rivera’s death was announced (February 29, 2024). She was 91 at the time of her passing. The incredible singer, dancer, and actor will undoubtedly be remembered for her artistic contributions, but beyond the stage and screen, Rivera’s diligence, drive, and dedication to her professional community … Continue reading 3 lessons on leadership and workplace collaboration from Broadway legend Chita Rivera
What leaders can learn from the Apollo 13 rescue
By James Scouller January 12, 2024 My younger executive coaching clients usually know nothing about the Apollo 13 rescue. Older clients know of it, but few know the details. Yet the story offers us fresh insights into what it takes to build high-performing teams. The BBC radio series, 13 Minutes To The Moon, created … Continue reading What leaders can learn from the Apollo 13 rescue
This underrated leadership habit is crucial to success
By Lydia Dishman December 03, 2023 “Gee, I really wish my boss and colleagues would just ignore all the good work I’ve been doing,” said no one ever. We know people like to be recognized for a job well done. And most times, a simple thank-you will suffice. In fact, we humans depend on … Continue reading This underrated leadership habit is crucial to success
4 top leadership takeaways from (almost) a year of Modern CEO
By Gwen Moran November 13, 2023 Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from the pages of Inc. and Fast Company. If you received this newsletter from a friend, you can sign up to get it yourself every Monday morning. Hi, this … Continue reading 4 top leadership takeaways from (almost) a year of Modern CEO