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Why the Most Inspiring Leaders Rely on Human Skills More Than Technical Skills

Jack Ma once said, “The more digital the world becomes, the more we must emphasise that which makes us most human.” After thirty years of running leadership workshops, Ian McClean has asked thousands of participants the same question:Who is the best leader you ever had, and what made them stand out? The answers are remarkably…
May 9, 2024
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What the Royal Mint of Spain Teaches Us About Innovation and Reinvention

Real Madrid may dominate the Champions League, but they are not the only “Real” worth talking about in the Spanish capital. Hidden in plain sight is another institution with a remarkable legacy: La Real Casa de la Moneda, the Royal Mint of Spain. Built in 1861, the Royal Mint printed and produced Spain’s currency for…
April 30, 2024
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Why People Do Not Do What They Are Supposed to Do

Here is a simple question: why do people not do what they are supposed to do? This question has fascinated leaders for decades. One of the clearest answers comes from Ferdinand Fournies, who examined the experience of more than 25,000 supervisors around the world. His findings are remarkably consistent and surprisingly straightforward. The top four…
April 26, 2024
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What Leadership Actually Means Today

Type the word “leadership” into Google and you will get roughly 6.4 billion results. Narrow it to “leadership books” and you are still swimming in 3.5 billion options. Among them are some questionable gems, including two personal favourites: The Art of Executive Juggling: Work, Life, and Chainsaws and Leadership Lessons from My Cat: Unleash Your…
April 18, 2024
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What Leaders Learned at Talent Summit 2024

Talent Summit 2024 arrived with the promise of being a more “settling year,” as Fiona Mullan suggested. After several turbulent years of disruption, survival mode, and rapid change, many hoped for steadier ground. The morning delivered something different. Under the theme Tech and Turbulence, the first half of the day highlighted a growing list of…
March 12, 2024
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Why Conversations Break Down: The Hidden Power of Context

Have you ever walked away from a conversation wondering how the other person cannot see your point of view? From where you stand, the logic is perfectly clear. You have explained your reasoning. You have presented your evidence. Yet somehow, they remain firmly rooted on their side of the debate. They do not get it,…
February 22, 2024
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What the Longest Harvard Study Teaches Us About Happiness

Around this time of year, you might hear the familiar line, “Love is in the air; everywhere I look around.” For some, it sparks warmth. For others, it sparks an eye roll. Valentine’s Day divides opinion, often dismissed as a Hallmark invention rather than a meaningful moment. Yet the research tells a different story. One…
February 14, 2024
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Why Performance Reviews Trigger Fear – and How Leaders Can Change That

Performance reviews rarely spark excitement. No one wakes up thinking, “I can’t wait for my review today.” Many managers and leaders approach annual reviews with hesitation. The conversations feel high-stakes. People brace. Leaders often do too. Yet with the right skills and approach, performance reviews can shift from dread to genuine clarity, connection, and even…
December 7, 2023
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