I used to think peace came from a perfectly planned life. If I could organize the calendar, color-code the budget, and plan the family meals in advance, then surely, life would flow smoothly.

In my last two Brainz articles, I explored how leaders are navigating a world defined by constant change. In The Triple Crisis of 2025, we identified the three forces reshaping leadership, strategy...

Consistently high performing leaders take pride in their daily activity. They thrive when leading by example. They are present, bring empathy, and have developed high emotional intelligence.

Ever wonder why one teammate craves structure and detailed plans while another thrives on last-minute inspiration and spontaneous action? Or why one person’s blunt “just being honest” feedback feels...

In a world where business decisions are often driven by speed, efficiency, and the relentless pursuit of profit, the concept of Focused Friction offers a refreshing counterbalance, a deliberate and...

We’re taught to say yes to please, perform, and prove our worth, but not every yes serves us. The Strategic Yes invites leaders to replace people-pleasing with purpose, making conscious choices that align...

This isn’t rage, it’s truth. And in fashion, truth often makes people uncomfortable. As the founder and creative force behind Fera Poppies By Samantha, a luxury label grounded in art, personal philosophy...

“I wake up in the morning, look in the mirror, and say, ‘Damn, I’m good.’” Okay, maybe not exactly, but that’s the vibe I want to channel today. Hey gorgeous, bold, badass women! You are here because...

In an age overflowing with leadership books, courses, and advice, young leaders have never known more, yet often feel less confident. The true frontier of leadership is not more information, it is a...

What will AI see when it looks into the future mirror of humanity? What will be reflected back? Complacency, apathy, and disdain or kindness, compassion, and warmth? What is the role of Emotional Intelligence...

When employees stay silent out of fear, organizations lose more than just ideas, they lose trust, innovation, and growth. In this powerful article, Clint Aams explores how creating psychological safety...

When people talk about leadership, the first images that often come to mind are stages, microphones, and cameras. The world glamorizes leadership as the visible moment, the keynote speech, the award...

Leadership has never been straightforward, but in today’s world, it has become emotionally complex. Political, economic, and organisational uncertainty continues to place extraordinary demands on...

Dreaming of becoming a professional wrestler? Success in the ring requires more than strength or charisma, it demands discipline, humility, and mastery of the craft. In this guide, Dean Page reveals...

In an age of rapid technological advancement, political polarization, and cultural fragmentation, it can be easy to lose sight of one simple truth, America has always needed heroes. Heroes are more...

I discovered I had an addictive personality the hard way, by getting addicted to something. I saw my first ‘Asteroids’ arcade game in 1980. Arcade games had a short history by 1981, with Pong premiering...

I was delivering a keynote to a group of senior executives, smart, seasoned, strategic. A few minutes into the talk, I asked a simple question, “How many of you have ever received feedback on your...

In today's hyperconnected world, where talent has endless options and customers vote with their wallets, organizations that lead with authentic values aren't just doing better, they are the only ones...

In my early leadership years, I thought my job was to manage. To set rules, monitor compliance, ensure we hit KPIs. I believed leadership was mostly about control. But somewhere between reams of process...

For years, we’ve been told that automation is the key to growth, that artificial intelligence will save us time, and that the future belongs to those who can produce more content, faster. But as a TEDx...

What if you could go back in time and rewrite history? What if the beliefs that shape your choices, the fears that hold you back in life, and the stories on repeat in your head were never the only history...

As the world advances technologically yet declines ethically, we face a global authenticity crisis. From boardrooms to classrooms, illusion has replaced integrity. This article exposes how performative...

My passion lies in helping leaders uncover their inner story and navigate the complex, evolving relationship between humanity and technology. My work is about finding the human truth inside the machine...

We live in a culture where titles are treated like trophies. CEO. President. Director. Pastor. Chair. We race to collect them, wear them like armor, and believe they prove our worth. But here’s the...