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Dancing on the Edge
As I begin a journey of a thousand miles, I have mixed feelings: excitement and elation, terror and fear. I feel as though there are ten-thousand miles to go. Yet, I have begun. I’ve taken a step forward, small and...
byLucy Shenouda
17th Nov: Leading on the Edge of Change
Whenever there’s change, there’s an edge. There is an edge that puts you in front of the competition, a lead or advantage. And, there is an edge of being at the frontier of something new, a point or state immediately...
byLucy Shenouda
The Quest for Creativity – Chapter 2: Being a Hostage to Certainty
The quest for creativity is a lifelong learning process. The potential for creativity, in my view, is immense. I lean in on what I learned as a child, to pursue creativity with a bucket load of curiousity, eyes open, alert,...
byLucy Shenouda
Top Ten Considerations for Leading Across Generations
Baby Boomers (b. 1946-1964) were raised in the era of progress. They shift focus from sacrifice to challenge, unflinchingly questioning the status quo. They value ambition, teamwork and are self-confessed workaholics.
byLucy Shenouda
Conflict Prevention Tips for Leaders
It is pretty safe to assume that every leader in an organization wants their employees to be working in a respectful and trusting environment that fosters a positive flow of communications. Here are some tips for leaders to use that...
byLucy Shenouda
16th Jul: Resilient Leadership: Cultivating Leaders with GRIT™
It is difficult to persevere through change and overcome negative self-talk, the stories we create as we face the difficulties of starting and maintaining our own business! Challenging situations, increased risks and coping with the pace of change is a...
byLucy Shenouda
26th Oct: Strategy & Planning: From Vision to Reality
As many entrepreneurs and business owners will attest, answering yes to one or all of the above questions is normal, particularly through the milestone stages of starting and managing a business. There are ways to minimize these experiences early in...
byLucy Shenouda
Doorway to Collaboration: Shadow and Light
We strongly believe that a team has all of a human’s vital organs, a system in its own right. In particular, a team has a personality and identity of its own. Each member of the team brings their perspectives, voices,...
byLucy Shenouda
At the Edge of Change
The world is brought to an edge when there are clashes between worldviews. Industry comes to an edge with the booms and busts of volatile markets. Organizations are called to an edge when they shift from an old identity to...
byLucy Shenouda
30th Sep: FosterEssence presents: Consumer Marketing: From Vision to Reality
Are you mired in the details? Are you working more in rather than on your business? Are you overwhelmed by an overload of work? Answering yes to one or all of the above questions is normal for business owners. There...
byLucy Shenouda
