Professional Life Archives

What Is an Octopus Organization? A New Alternative to a “Tin Man”

An Octopus Organization lets those closest to the work act without waiting for central direction. See how an octopus is better than a Tin Man.

Organizational silos are a costly barrier to success. Learn how to break them down with strategies from Lencioni, Edmondson, and Denning.

Learn what business silos are, why they form, and how they quietly damage organizational communication and culture—with real-world examples.

Satya Nadella says empathy is the basis of successful relationships, decisions, and organizations. Learn how he applies it in his leadership.

Business leaders and growth experts lay out which performance numbers you should focus on and how you can leverage them. Take a look.

Passive language makes you seem unreliable or incompetent; assertiveness shows you know what you want. Learn how to communicate assertively.

Many people suffer from feeling like an impostor in their everyday lives or at work. Let’s dive into how to overcome impostor syndrome.

Bringing on investors to fund your startup has its benefits and risks. Take a look at the pros and cons of investors for new businesses.

Not every entrepreneur is built the same. Let’s take a look at the two different types of entrepreneurs: the lone wolf and the pack runner.

Sometimes you can’t achieve your goals alone, and that especially goes for entrepreneurs. Learn how to find cofounders for your startup.