Artificial harmony keeps meetings polite but teams stuck. Learn three practical ways to build trust, invite healthy conflict, and improve decision-making—so people speak up and progress sticks.
Introduction: why wisdom matters We meet talented leaders every week in life sciences. People who can hold complexity, deliver at…
In conversations with our clients, we often hear how strategy, alignment, and clarity of purpose affect decision-making. But one of…
Most of us recognise the rhythm of the working year. By December, energy is depleted, decision quality is frayed, and…
This year, we’ve seen leaders lean into the work that truly shifts culture:naming assumptions, clarifying purpose, and shaping internal narratives…
Why Purposeful People Plans Matter Every year, Five&Co. asks our clients about the teams they lead. Are their people leading…
After a well-earned break, the return to work can feel like a rush of meetings, decisions, and expectations, not to…
We all know we should rest and step away from the demands of work - especially for an extended time during the summer vacation. We know it’s good for us to slow down and be more fully present with family and friends. But when work is so all absorbing and the stakes, expectations and responsibility are high, it’s hard to really switch off.
In leadership, we talk a lot about beginnings—how to make an impact in the first 90 days, set a compelling vision, and build momentum.
It’s true that I have found it difficult to lead some people. Apparently, some people have found it difficult to be led by me (crazy, right?). So, what do we mean by difficult people? How can we make this challenge simple, but bold and authentic?
Tradition plays an important role for many societies around the world, especially during shared events like the start of the new year. At their best, traditions preserve cultural heritage and deepen our connections with each other.