The Halo Effect says that a single feature of a person, product, or business - like good looks or beautiful design - can be so appealing that it distracts us from any flaws that might exist. In the case of people, studies have shown that thinking someone is attractive can make you believe that they’re more honest, more intelligent, and more kind. Even just being taller than average can make people think you’re more skilled than you are. This is all very interesting, but it also turns out

In this Episode Travis Gollaher, Vice President of Customer Success at FMSI, shares powerful insights on leadership, delegation, and continuous learning. He discusses how understanding your company’s mission and your role within it can re-energize teams and drive meaningful engagement. Travis emphasizes the value of trust and creativity in delegation, reminding leaders that the best results come when people are empowered to think for themselves. He also highlights how one-on-one conver...

The relationship between India and the United States will, in many ways, define the fate of the Western alliance and the balance of power in the decades ahead. Washington’s turn to transactional behaviour risks undoing years of careful diplomacy and mutual trust. India, for its part, has drawn its red lines and held firm, signalling a new maturity in foreign policy. As the West fumbles and China courts India, New Delhi's choices will shape the architecture of the future world orde...

Behind the scenes of many “successful” businesses is a reality most entrepreneurs don’t talk about: chaos. And chaos has a cost.In this first episode of Ops Uncovered, I’m sharing the turning point that changed everything for me: the moment I realized hustle couldn’t be my legacy. As a mom of three, stepmom of two, and wife of a disabled veteran, I know firsthand what it takes to build a business that actually supports a family.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Why hustle will never be your

From soaring price volatility and shifting geopolitical tensions to the urgent need to decarbonise, companies across the energy sector are facing risks on multiple fronts. Energy trading contracts can stretch for years, while market shocks can happen overnight.

In the fifth episode of our seven-part mini-series exploring Beyond Potential's leadership model, we're discussing the importance of impact makers within organisations. Most people are busy, but busy is not the same as impactful. In fact, some of the busiest people - those running from meeting to meeting - are not impactful at all. Impact makers don't just show up; they use initiative to move things forward. They're outcome-focused, working with the business to understand what the collective goal

In today's episode of Learning to Thrive, we're sharing with you how to give verbal warnings that are direct and constructive, so everyone comes away from the conversation with the clarity they need to move forward. --- Show Links: Send us a text Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at: contactlearningtothrive@gmail.com Find more Learning to Thrive: thrivegym.mykajabi.com Find Us on Instagram Find Us on Facebook Find Us on Tik Tok

Raising prices when the market feels shaky? It sounds risky, right? I’ve been there. A few years ago, I was staring down one of the toughest decisions in our agency. Costs were rising. Salaries were climbing. And the market felt anything but stable. The easy move would have been to freeze prices and hope things worked out. But that would have put the entire business at risk. So we raised prices. And clients said yes. Not because it was comfortable, but because we leaned on a few key levers th...

https://jo.my/vkgjpdIncident Reporting & Root Cause Analysis: How To Report An Incident Properly If something goes wrong in your facility — whether it's a near miss, property damage, or an injury - how quickly and clearly you report it can make a massive difference. This process isn't just about paperwork. It's about preventing repeat incidents, protecting your team, and keeping the facility running safely and smoothly. A strong Safety Culture starts with strong communication. When

Grief and trauma are part of being human, yet most of us have little idea what to expect. We picture them as overwhelming, endless, and all-consuming. But what if that story is wrong? Columbia professor George Bonanno reveals a surprising truth about how people actually cope — and it may change the way you think about loss.

Send us a text The room glowed with candlelight, the jazz was perfect, and the staircase looked like a movie set—until one selfie turned a black tie gala into a trending hashtag. We take you to the Bourbon Orleans Hotel for a story that blends haunted lore with very real liability, unpacking how a six-step fall spiraled into Ghostgate and what it actually takes to protect people, balance sheets, and reputations when the internet shows up before the ambulance. We start with the setup: histori...

In this episode, we explore the top 10 tools every workplace needs to communicate effectively—starting with the intranet as your digital HQ, adding mobile access, instant messaging, CEO blogs, collaboration platforms, surveys, and social features. Learn how each component keeps employees engaged, informed, and connected—no matter where they work. Perfect for internal comms pros and hybrid team leaders aiming for seamless communication.https://www.myhubintranet.com/internal-communication-tools/

In episode 2, Ashley and Courtney talk about several controversial topics in sports such as male vs. female athletes in the media, whether athletes should use their platforms for social activism, sports gambling, and more.

In 48 hours, I experienced how a fast-growing tech company turns an idea into a movement. Here we break down why and how they did it. See What’s ShiftingLovable is expanding faster than most startups. To understand this, and for a crash course in vibe coding, I spent time with the company.During the recent SheBuilds hackathon, the company invited women from around the world to turn ideas into functioning apps that were live prototypes built in 48 hours.Lovable acknowledges that women start fewer

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the IMPACT Women in Leadership Podcast, host Mary Ann Brown welcomes Lisa Shea Mundt, Co-Founder of The Pulse of GovCon, a research and advisory firm revolutionizing how companies navigate the federal contracting landscape. With 14 years of experience in federal proposal development and procurement trend analysis, Lisa has worked on more than 200 proposal efforts totaling billions of dollars in wins across multiple government agencies. But her exper...

In this episode, Cody dives into one of the most exciting and buzzworthy new hotel openings in the country — the highly anticipated Hotel Pontotoc. With its stunning design, rich history, and tagline “Clean Sheets, Shady Past,” this boutique gem in downtown Memphis is redefining what a modern historic property can be. Cody walks listeners through everything Hotel Pontotoc did right during their launch — from crafting an unforgettable guest experience to building a strong online presence and a...

What if the real work of women in leadership isn’t about playing the part, but rewriting the entire script? In this solo episode, Janet explores the deep inner tension that women leaders experience as they navigate cultural expectations of femininity and leadership strength. Through her own story of being cast as Aphrodite instead of Athena in a childhood play, Janet uncovers how these archetypes still shape women’s experiences at work today. Drawing from her decades of research and personal ...

Your best people aren’t walking out because they’re entitled. They’re walking out because they’re tired of cleaning up someone else’s mess. In Episode 51 of the Leader Fuel Podcast — “A-Players Don’t Work for B-Leaders—Fix This Before They Bail” — Dr. Linda Travelute reveals why high performers leave, the only type of B-leader they’ll tolerate, and how to upgrade your culture before your talent walks.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why protecting low performers drives out your top talent The 3

Send us a textFrequent cancellations and no-shows can silently drain a private practice’s revenue and efficiency, costing up to 20% in annual income and reducing patient outcomes by as much as 30%. We explore actionable strategies to minimize cancellations and boost output—starting with implementing firm 48–72-hour cancellation policies, automating appointment reminders, and creating systems that build accountability and trust with patients. It also emphasizes optimizing scheduling with waitlists

In this special episode of The Rebound, Coach Matt Doherty shares an inside look at his new Time Out Journal and the power of taking just two minutes a day to recalibrate your mindset. As you'll learn, a brief daily reflection can help you recognize your progress, boost confidence, and shift focus from comparison to genuine growth.It's been proven that consistent reflection builds self-awareness and clarity, both of which serve as key factors in developing emotional intelligence and