“Reducing the workweek is like trimming the branches of a sick tree; without addressing the deep roots, the tree will never truly blossom.” – (Marcello de Souza, PhD) The quest for a shorter workweek and longer weekends…

Today, we conclude the series of articles on “The Paradox of Success: Why Organizations Fail to Learn” with an in-depth analysis of Confirmation Bias. In Part 1, we explored how Success and Action biases shape organizational culture…

In Part 1 of this article, I explored how the success and action biases shape organizational culture and affect our decisions. We saw how the success bias can lead us to ignore external factors and underestimate chance,…

In an increasingly dynamic and competitive business world, the ability to learn and adapt continuously is often cited as one of the fundamental pillars of organizational success. However, paradoxically, many organizations, even those most admired for their…

We all know that leaders face conflicting challenges. They may be pressured to improve existing products while also spearheading radically new projects based on different business and management models, like those involving global networks while addressing local…

What makes a person reconcile with someone who has disappointed them? Is it possible? Is there something positive to be attributed to disappointment? The word “disappointment” is ever-present in coaching sessions, therapies, and even everyday conversations. Despite…

In today’s competitive landscape, where success is defined by competitiveness and the speed of change, innovation isn’t merely an aspiration but an imperative necessity. Beyond conventional strategies of adopting new technologies and adapting to market trends, the…

“I went to the woods because I wanted to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to…

“By questioning our notions of success, we build more innovative and ethical teams, and reveal the true power of diversity.” – (Marcello de Souza) Many managers express the desire to promote inclusion in their workplaces. However, although…

Contrary to popular belief, assessment tests used in selection processes have a long history dating back to the Han Dynasty in the 3rd century, when Chinese imperial leaders pioneered the use of assessments to select civil servants…