Choosing teams

Humans have an innate desire to belong, to be part of a team, group, or community. We naturally seek out those who share our ideals, beliefs, and physical similarities. It’s comforting to be surrounded by like-minded individuals who affirm our perspectives. Who...

Thin thread of vulnerability

Cultivating a culture of vulnerability within organizations is paramount in nurturing trust, collaboration, and resilience. When individuals feel secure in revealing their authentic selves, it fosters an environment where innovation and creativity can flourish....

Resisting atomization

In the modern world, it often feels like things are falling apart. We live in a time of rapid change, where traditional structures and norms seem to crumble. This phenomenon can be attributed to a concept known as atomization. Atomization refers to the fragmentation...

Collective importance

Amid what feels like endless meetings or Zoom calls, dismissing some as unimportant and a waste of time is easy. However, what may seem insignificant to you could hold immense value to someone else. Our own needs and satisfaction do not solely determine the importance...

Be the boss

You have no option. You have no agency. You have no choice. If that is true, you may need to quit. You do likely have options, agency, and choice. What instead is true is we would rather complain about how others are suppressing ourselves rather than take the...