“In the vastness of doubt, we find the starting point for all choices; the question born from uncertainty is the key that unlocks the potential to define the best direction.” – Marcello de Souza Doubt is a…

Although behavioral developers, psychologists, and consultants have long recognized the value of personalized guidance in skill development and promoting independence and competence, this practice is still rare in the corporate environment. In many cases, I have observed…

In today’s corporate landscape, where technological changes occur at the speed of a digital meteor, the concept of professional success is in constant evolution. The traditional linear career trajectory, which prioritizes hierarchical ascent as the only path…

“Just as the seasons always change the world’s landscape, our Self defies the illusion that we remain unchanged a second after the present moment, insisting on showing that we are an unfinished work. We are a work…

“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…