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You work in People-To-People (P2P)
Almost every organization I meet falls into one of three categories: public sector/government agencies, B2B (business to business), or B2C (business to consumer) companies. Sorry to…
On Ethics, Morality, and Fears
The Right Ethics, Morality, and Values Are Becoming Increasingly Crucial I see a renaissance for ethics in the 2020s. The Swedish Armed Forces provide a clear…
Lessons from a Symphony Orchestra and a Flock of Birds
We Can Learn from a Symphony Orchestra The world-renowned conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen once said: “A good conductor senses and explores. You are not some kind of…
On Empathy, Goodwill, and Kindness
Empathy Makes a Difference Sympathy is an emotional connection with another person. It often leads to shared sadness and compassion, but of course, it can also…
Followership is something you earn
Followership – It’s Not Something You Get, It’s Something You Earn There is a global movement in leadership centered around idea-driven leadership—without any formal subordinates. I’m…
On Presence, Purpose, and Meaning
The Difference Between Being Visible and Being Present More and more people have heard of the term “management by walking around.” Perhaps you’ve been advised to…
The Swedish Collectivist Hyper-Individualist
Sweden is known as a collectivist country. The proof of this lies in our high taxes, strong state, and numerous labor unions. Despite this, according to…
Valuable relationships are relationships with values in them
We are social beings. Good relationships are central to our well-being and a fundamental part of being human. That’s why relationships are always two-sided—two or more…
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The difference between hearing and listening
If you have children, you are familiar with pure honesty—without filters. Children, for example, will tell you when you’re not listening. Maybe even when you’re sitting…
What creates and destroys a relationship?
For me, it is clear that the common thread in relationships that last and remain fruitful over time is built on trust and respect. It may…
Result Chain
When PwC asks the question, “What is preventing you from reaching your goals?” to business managers and CEOs across Europe, many respond: Lack of qualified workforce…