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Pinnacle Leadership: What Happens at the Top?

What is pinnacle leadership? What do you think a leader should do once they’ve reached the peak of their leadership journey? Pinnacle leadership is the highest level of leadership you can achieve. Leadership at this level lifts the entire organization and creates an environment that benefits everyone in it, contributing to its lasting success. Keep reading to learn about the pinnacle leadership, its pros and cons, plus some tips to help you make the most impact once you reach this level.

Flawed Logic: Why Every Villian Thinks They’re a Hero

Why is it better to be open to change rather than feeling certain about about our conclusions? Why can flawed logic be so dangerous? Our brain naturally tries to come to conclusions and make connections, but many times those conclusions are wrong. If we don’t remain open to the possibility that we’re wrong, then, in extreme cases, our flawed logic could lead us to hurting others. Keep reading to learn about the dangers of flawed logic.

Women in Leadership Roles: Why So Few?

Why are there so few women in leadership roles? Is it a case of women not being ambitious enough? Or there something else behind it? According to Sheryl Sandberg, who is known for her efforts to empower working women, the biggest reason there are fewer women in leadership roles is because of the “leadership ambition gap.” As the name suggests, the leadership ambition gap is the disparity in aspiration to occupy leadership positions between genders. Keep reading to learn about the leadership ambition gap and how it contributes to fewer women aspiring to leadership roles.

The Western Diet: A Slow Weapon of Mass Destruction

What is the Western diet? What are the health implications of eating in the Western-style? A Western diet is characterized by a high intake of saturated fat and refined carbohydrates and a low intake of fresh fruit, vegetables, and whole grains. Researchers are finding that eating in the Western-style does more than just cause weight gain. It is also associated with a heightened risk of developing stroke, heart disease, type-II diabetes, and cancer. Continue reading to learn how we came to rely on the Western diet and, more importantly, what we can do to move away from it.

Great by Choice: Quotes From the Authors

Looking for Great by Choice quotes? What are some of the most noteworthy passages that highlight the author’s key ideas about running a business in times of crisis? In Great by Choice, authors Jim Collins and Morten T. Hansen shed light on how some companies can weather great adversity better than others. The following Great by Choice quotes highlight some of the key ideas discussed in the book. Here are some quotes and passages from Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos and Luck – Why Some Thrive Despite Them All.

Legality vs Ethics: Which Is More Fragile?

Is there a difference between legality vs ethics? Is one more fragile than the other? It’s entirely possible for a legal or ethical system to be fragile. Especially when stakes are low, both legality and ethics are easy to look past. But this can cause systems to collapse. Read more about legality vs ethics and what they mean for an antifragile system.

Who Are Matthew McConaughey’s Parents?

Who are Matthew McConaughey’s parents? How did their relationship affect McConaughey’s upbringing? Matthew McConaughey’s parents were both tough, opinionated people, and they had a tumultuous relationship. While this was difficult on McConaughey growing up, he came to accept them for who they were. Read more about Matthew McConaughey’s parents below.

Fascism in the United States: A Homegrown History

Is there fascism in the United States? How has fascism manifested in the U.S., and how does the country protect itself? There is undoubtedly a history of fascism in the United States. Though the political system is often successful in ensuring fascists don’t get the top office in the U.S., fascism is still a huge part of our political history and system Read more about fascism in the United States.

Forget About Willpower, It’s Time for “Why Power”

What is “why power”? How can defining the reasons and motives behind your goals help you change your life for the better? According to Darren Hardy, the author of The Compound Effect, changing your life through the force of willpower is a dead undertaking. Instead of willpower, Hardy suggests you draw upon what he calls “why power.” Here is how finding your “why power” can help you in your quest for success.

Path Dependence Theory: The Sequence Matters

What is path dependence theory? How can understanding path dependence help us create antifragile systems? Path dependence theory is the idea that in order for an event to happen, a specific sequence of events must be followed and performed correctly. The outcome depends on the entire sequence. Read more about path dependence theory and antifragility.