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A Woman’s Guide to Self-Advocacy and Visibility in the Workplace
By: Elissa Gurman Unfortunately, it seems we have a problem which requires the writing of this “guide.” A problem with women. In the past couple of months, I’ve had the privilege of coaching fifteen mid- to senior-level women leaders at one organization, and...
When Social Impact Meets Social Media: What Holds, What Crumbles
By: Poojani Ruwanpura Not long ago, organizations told their stories of social impact through polished annual reports and carefully worded press releases. Today, those stories unfold live, online, and often beyond the organization’s control. A customer’s TikTok, an...
Are You as Socially Responsible as You Think?
Why Leaders Think They’re Doing More Good Than They Are By: Rory MacLeod In 2025, the Edelman Trust Barometer delivered a striking message: 7 out of 10 people believe business leaders deliberately mislead them. Inside organizations, the view isn’t much better; 74% of...
AI and the Environment: Balancing Strategy and Culture in Your AI Approach
By: Zayn Moosa As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in healthcare and other sectors, it’s important to consider not just its capabilities but also its environmental footprint. Training and running large AI models require vast computing power, which...
Balancing Environmental Sustainability With Market Realities in a Shifting World
By: Emma Rowland Just last week, the catastrophic Guadalupe River flash flood dominated headlines and social media. This summer alone, we've experienced record-breaking wildfires, extreme heat waves, and widespread droughts that are getting closer and closer to home....
Why Gen Z Doesn’t Care About Your Logo (And What They Care About Instead)
By: Jessica O'Donnell Spoiler alert: it’s not your new font or that reimagined colour palette. We’re living in the age of the “de-influencer,” where trending content often involves creators telling you what not to buy, and consumers reward brands that act more like...
Why “Bare Minimum Mondays” Are a Wake-Up Call for Workplace Well-Being
By: Francesco Colosimo If you’ve been on TikTok lately, you’ve probably heard of Bare Minimum Mondays. What started as a silly trend — easing into the workweek by doing only what’s essential — has turned into a full-blown conversation about burnout, boundaries, and...
Work-Life Balance Gone Rogue? Severance Might Be Offering Us a Cautionary Tale
By: Jessica O'Donnell If you've watched Severance on Apple TV+, you already know – it’s chilling, brilliant, and disturbingly relevant. The show follows employees at Lumon Industries who undergo a procedure that “severs” their work and personal memories. In the...
When “Good Vibes Only” Backfires: The Quiet Harm of Toxic Positivity at Work
By: Poojani Ruwanpura There's a moment that really sticks out to me in Netflix’s docuseries Beckham. After his infamous red card in the 1998 World Cup, David Beckham is asked how he coped. “I just got on with it,” he says. Calm. Composed. A picture of resilience....
Is the Rise in Canadian Patriotism Impacting Your Company Culture?
By: Jessica Harrison Have you noticed more maple leaves and “Made in Canada” labels on products lately? You're not alone. A recent surge in Canadian patriotism is influencing consumer behaviour and, notably, impacting company culture. A Leger poll indicates that the...