“If you want to get something done in this world that transcends what’s already happening, you have to be willing to listen to the people that are trying to hold dearly to how it has been. Become a master bridge builder. Be committed to asking questions such that you understand where the commonality is. Find… Continue reading Connecting with Curiosity – Jennifer Hough, Author & TEDx Speaker
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Career Advice For Times Of Great Change – From 5 Electric Ladies
Career Advice For Times Of Great Change – From 5 Electric Ladies “You need to be looking 360 in terms of industry, what’s developing, what’s coming down the pike from a technology standpoint, from a risk standpoint. You should be educating yourself constantly and stretching yourself to go into a new area. Don’t just be… Continue reading Career Advice For Times Of Great Change – From 5 Electric Ladies
Climate Change as Security Threat: Sherri Goodman, Fmr Undersecretary of Defense, Author,“Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership & Global Security”
“I coined the phrase ‘threat multiplier,’ which has come to really stand for the connection between climate change and national security….Threat multiplier conveys that climate acts on every other threat we face, whether it’s strategic competition with Russia and China, or terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, biological threats, and other threats around the world…because it’s… Continue reading Climate Change as Security Threat: Sherri Goodman, Fmr Undersecretary of Defense, Author,“Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership & Global Security”
“Seek First To Understand” – Jennifer Hough, Author, TEDx Speaker & Advisor on Talking About Climate Change
“If you want to get something done in this world that transcends what’s already happening, if you want to be a pioneer or a leader and make something new out of what has been…then you have to be willing to listen to the people that are trying to hold dearly to how it has been… Continue reading “Seek First To Understand” – Jennifer Hough, Author, TEDx Speaker & Advisor on Talking About Climate Change
Unusual Career Advice – Powerful Insights From 5 Renowned Electric Ladies Guests
“Women often have far more skills than their resumes translate into. And actually we’re going into a good period now where I think employers and organizations are looking for the skillset that you have more than the job titles that you have. And that’s good for women because we have a lot of skills that… Continue reading Unusual Career Advice – Powerful Insights From 5 Renowned Electric Ladies Guests
What Is ‘Brave Thinking’? – Mary Morrissey, Renowned Speaker & Advisor, Author of “Brave Thinking: The Art and Science Of Creating A Life You Love”
”Brave thinkers on the other hand, developed the courage to think and live from a vision…They’re not going to let circumstances win. They don’t deny the circumstances or situations, but they don’t let them win. And they’re pulling from something that’s greater than the circumstance, situation, or condition. And there’s a way to hold our… Continue reading What Is ‘Brave Thinking’? – Mary Morrissey, Renowned Speaker & Advisor, Author of “Brave Thinking: The Art and Science Of Creating A Life You Love”
Good Corporate Citizenship In A Crisis – Susan McPherson, McPherson Strategies
“Companies are not just being more strategic about corporate social impact, but are taking on the role of activists themselves. Consumers and employees now expect companies to be vocal and to protect the rights of our people and our planet. CEOs are the voices of companies and can no longer remain neutral and silent as… Continue reading Good Corporate Citizenship In A Crisis – Susan McPherson, McPherson Strategies
The Tipping Point Business Is At Now – Isabelle Grosmaitre, Goodness & Co (from France)
“We are at a tipping point when businesses need to reinvent themselves for a better future. In fact, I believe that they need to reinvent the model and even demonstrate the contribution to society. I believe. in fact, that only companies with a positive impact will thrive. Why? Because they will be chosen by people,… Continue reading The Tipping Point Business Is At Now – Isabelle Grosmaitre, Goodness & Co (from France)
Hire The Outliers – Joan on Lesley Michaels Show, “Women We Should Know”
“72% of CEOs say that innovation is one of their top three priorities. And close to 70% of them say they have a hard time driving innovation in their organization. I would posit, having been in there and been an intrapreneur myself, that the problem is they hire the wrong people. They hire for what… Continue reading Hire The Outliers – Joan on Lesley Michaels Show, “Women We Should Know”
Risk & New Climate-Inflation Bill – Michele Wucker, Author, “You Are What You Risk: The New Science & Art of Navigating An Uncertain World”
How will Members of Congress view the risks of climate change and their actions as they prepare to vote on new ground-breaking legislation to reduce carbon emissions, further the transition to clean energy, and help families with basic costs? What’s our own risk “fingerprint” and risk “ecosystem”? Listen to this interview with Michele Wucker, author… Continue reading Risk & New Climate-Inflation Bill – Michele Wucker, Author, “You Are What You Risk: The New Science & Art of Navigating An Uncertain World”
