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The 2026 Mid-Year Economic Outlook
Six months ago, I published a ranked matrix of the ten issues most likely to shape the business environment in 2026. This mid-year update recalibrates that ranking against hard data: the IMF's April World Economic Outlook, the April CPI release, current markets, and post-SCOTUS tariff reality. The numbers have moved. More importantly, the pattern beneath them has sharpened. Let me give you the headline figures, then tell you what they actually mean for how you run your organi
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Meet the Forward Deployed Engineer
Many organizations still struggle to translate the promise of artificial intelligence into measurable business results. The technology’s potential has been made clear, but its impact often remains trapped in pilot programs, unintegrated tools, or isolated innovation labs. One emerging solution is the Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE): a hybrid professional who bridges the critical gap between data science and business execution. Rather than working in isolated technical teams,
Nov 6, 20256 min read


The “Brutal Honesty” Era of Talent Acquisition
This week, we’re spotlighting a new trend in recruiting: the emergence of direct, expectation-laden job postings, or what The Wall Street...
Jul 11, 20253 min read


The Hire That Makes—Or Breaks—Your Client’s Business
As executive coaches, we’re often asked to help leaders think bigger, move faster, and lead better. But there’s one decision that can...
May 30, 20253 min read


Embracing Applied Axiology in Business: Insights from Dr. Randy Ross
In this insight article, we draw upon a conversation from Episode #1169 of the Arete Coach Podcast, featuring Dr. Randy Ross. Renowned...
Mar 22, 20245 min read


The Big Five Personality Traits Model
Gallup's 2023 report on U.S. workplace engagement reveals a concerning stagnation, with only 33% of employees feeling engaged, resulting...
Jan 25, 20248 min read


Hiring the Right Fit: 10 Key Aspects to Inspect Before Hiring a New Employee
Hiring the right fit is a critical endeavor for organizations aiming to build high-performing teams and drive success. To ensure the...
Jun 21, 20236 min read
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