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Leading with Purpose: Christy Maxfield Founder of Purpose First Advisors

Did you miss our recent livestream event? Check out the replay now!
 

Leading with Purpose: A Conversation with Dr. Khalil Graham, CEO of Kairos Academies

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Khalil Graham shares his journey to leading Kairos Academies, a K-12 school in St. Louis focused on innovative education. He discusses his motivations, leadership vision, and the lasting impact he hopes to make. Tune in to hear his perspective on shaping the future of learning and inspiring the next generation of leaders.

Plan Now, Thrive Later

 
In times of economic and political uncertainty, strategic planning is crucial. While some business leaders opt for survival mode, cutting costs and waiting for normalcy, proactive leaders prioritize revising their strategic plans.
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Kristin Kneedler, Counselors Associates

Counselors Associates mission: empowering individuals to live their best lives by harnessing their emotions as powerful tools. Kristin recounted her entrepreneurial journey. In grad school she crafted a business plan for a mental health service company that fosters job creation and community healing. After gaining experience, she launched her company in 2010, expanding from a single office to 5 with about 60 employees.

Leadership Lessons from JFK: The Power of Diverse Perspectives

Last month, I explored how "groupthink" led to the Bay of Pigs disaster during President John F. Kennedy's term. This post delves into how JFK learned from that failure to achieve his greatest foreign policy success and how modern leaders can apply these lessons to improve team decision-making.

Tom Brinson: "The Power of Connection"

Tom Brinson has built strong, lasting client relationships with national companies, thanks to his dedication and desire to help others. Discover how Tom’s Vistage Trusted Advisor group has been instrumental in his personal and professional growth.

How Groupthink Undermines Foreign Policy… and Your Business

Groupthink is common but can be dangerous, as demonstrated by President Kennedy's Bay of Pigs disaster, where his advisors failed to voice dissent, resulting in a catastrophic decision. Leaders are advised to withhold their initial opinions, encourage open debate, and appoint a 'devil’s advocate' to challenge consensus. 

What's Your AI Strategy?

AI is revolutionizing business, enhancing sales through personalized experiences and predictive analytics, streamlining HR by automating recruitment and employee development, and providing deep insights from data analysis. However, it also brings challenges like data privacy issues and potential job displacement. 
 

Bill Meier CEO Group Testimonial

Meet Bill Meier, a third-generation leader at Excel Bottling and a beacon of community and entrepreneurial spirit in Breese, Illinois. Under Bill's guidance as President, Excel Bottling has flourished, emphasizing integrity, quality, and community engagement.
 

Spotlight on Success: Unveiling the SNL Masterclass in Team Dynamics

A team's enduring success stems from the group's psychological safety and its inclusive leadership that fosters an environment where diverse talents collaborate and innovate.