You don’t have to dominate the conversation to own the room. Some of the most respected leaders in today’s business world rarely raise their voices, interrupt others, or sprint toward the spotlight. Instead, they cultivate a calm, precise kind of presence—a style built on listening more than talking, pacing instead of pressing, and knowing when to hold their fire. They …
How to Spot and Elevate Underutilized Talent in Your Company
Every workplace has its quiet strengths—the folks who don’t always take center stage but have the capacity to drive massive change. These are the underutilized employees, often overlooked not out of malice but because managers are juggling a hundred other things. Still, ignoring their potential can slowly drain your team’s energy, innovation, and morale. As a leader, it’s on you …
Personal Branding for Introverts Written by an Introvert (and AI)
People are often surprised when I tell them that I’m an introvert. After all, as a professional speaker, there’s nothing I love more than being on stage helping others discover the best version of themselves. But whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, learning how to develop a personal brand is an essential aspect of having a successful career and …
5 Leadership Styles: Which One Are You?
At the bottom of this post, you can listen to a podcast (created by AI) that highlights the 5 different styles of leadership. If you’re the kind of person who likes to listen to content rather than read it, you have an audio option at the bottom of the post. Key Take Aways: Here are more details about the five …
A Leader’s Guide to Empowering Underutilized Employees
Every team holds untapped potential waiting to be discovered. Employees who seem underutilized often carry skills, ideas, and capabilities that can drive remarkable outcomes when given the right opportunities. Leaders who recognize and address this can create a workplace where growth, creativity, and innovation thrive. Ignoring these hidden strengths risks stagnation while nurturing them opens doors to new possibilities. Knowing …
7 Ways to Navigate Traditional Power Structures When Leadership Support Fails You
By Matthew Mathison, CEO MBL Partners & author of Leadership Orbit As someone who has built, led, and advised numerous companies worth billions of dollars, I’ve learned firsthand that traditional power structures – particularly boards of directors – often fail to provide the support and decisive action that leaders need. Whether through indecision, self-preservation, or misaligned incentives, these failures can …
AI and the Future of Leadership: Balancing Technology with Humanity
I don’t know about you, but I’m finding more and more ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help with my work. For example, just the other day I used AI to write a script for a video I’m producing. Normally, the script would have taken me between 3 and 5 hours to write, but with AI it took less …
Leadership for Introverts: Turning Quiet Strengths into Power
The notion that only extroverts make effective leaders is outdated. In today’s workplace, introverts can excel in leadership roles by leveraging their inherent strengths. With qualities like deep focus, thoughtful decision-making, and strong listening skills, introverts are uniquely positioned to lead with clarity and empathy. By recognizing and cultivating these attributes, you can become a powerful leader who drives success …
Women Rising in Medical Leadership: A Pathway to Empowerment
The medical industry has traditionally seen fewer women in leadership roles, but the tide is turning. Today, women are finding increasingly more pathways to ascend to these influential positions. Strategic actions and deliberate career planning are vital to breaking through these barriers. This surge in opportunities empowers women to lead and innovate within the healthcare sector. This article from Jamie …
Quiet Power: Unlocking the Leadership Potential of Introverts
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected business environment, leadership is often synonymous with extroversion. However, introverts bring unique qualities to the table that can make them excellent leaders. If you’re an introvert, you may feel overshadowed by your more outspoken colleagues, but your quiet disposition is actually a powerful asset. Harnessing your inherent introverted traits and adapting them to the demands …