Next Generation Leadership Blog

Rediscovering Old Wisdom: Finding Your Inner Voice as a Leader

leadership, IMT, Culture, management, tulum, Mayan

A few weeks ago, I took a trip to Tulum with a group of close friends.

You’re Not Just Managing Tasks. You’re Shaping Culture.

leadership management, leadership, organizational culture, IMT, management

Let’s debunk one of the biggest myths about management:

Leadership Is a Practice—Not a Promotion

leadership management, Inclusive Management, Impact, IMT, culturechange, InclusiveLeadership

Let’s get something straight: being promoted into a management role doesn't make you a leader. It gives you a title. The leadership part? That’s earned—through daily practice, reflection, and the courage to grow.

This Is Your Time to Lead: A Summer Reflection for Leaders Ready to Rise

leadership management, Inclusive Management, Impact, IMT, culturechange, InclusiveLeadership

Last night, my son Shiloh had his “step-up” ceremony at high school. He’s a rising senior now, and this annual tradition marks a powerful transition: celebrating the graduating seniors while inviting the juniors to prepare for their final year.

Building a Culture of Transparency: Enhancing Communication in Organizations

inclusive leadership, transparency, EDI, leadership, DEI, Inclusive Managers, organizational culture, IMT

Only 13% of employees feel that their leaders are transparent in their communication. Organizations with transparent communication have 47% higher employee engagement. Only 17% of employees believe their organizations are transparent about decision-making processes. Are any of these statistics startling to you? Transparency is one of the most used words and requested acts by employees...

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