Studies show that two years after executive transitions, anywhere between 27 and 46 percent of them are regarded as failures.

Once pressure exceeds our ceiling, decline is inevitable. But in leadership today, the ceiling isn’t fixed. It can be raised, if leaders expand their adaptive capacity. And that expansion is a choice.

Once pressure exceeds our ceiling, decline is inevitable. But in leadership today, the ceiling isn’t fixed. It can be raised, if leaders expand their adaptive capacity. And that expansion is a choice.

This edition explores the midlife mirror — the moment when achievement meets questioning. Drawing on Arthur Brooks’ second curve theory, we look at why strivers risk unhappiness and how to pivot toward wisdom, teaching, and fulfillment.

This edition explores a truth we often overlook: clarity doesn’t come from thinking — it comes from trying. While vision work is powerful, it often falters when it stays theoretical.

What a mountain taught me about trust. We often say trust is slow, earned over months or years. But this climb taught me something different.

Leadership isn’t clear-cut. It’s not either/or - it’s both. Strength and softness. Clarity and uncertainty. Action and pause. This edition is about the power of holding tension without losing yourself in it.

This issue explores how inner strength and courage shape influence, and why we must face difficult conversations we avoid.

Moments like these call for clarity, courage, and self-mastery. There’s no quick fix — what steadies you isn’t tactics, but the inner strength built in quieter seasons.

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, I invite you to pause and reflect on what truly matters. This newsletter explores the power of intentional beginnings.

We’ve been sold two extremes - be brutally honest or play the part. But real influence lives in the space between: knowing who you are and choosing how to show up with purpose.

This edition reveals the Hero’s Journey in leadership: transformation begins with self-awareness, not just skills or strategies.

Let's talk about Inside-Out influence and how to build it. I will share some reflections and tips for you to strengthen your self-trust, resilience and adaptability.

Let's talk about building high-impact teams from Inside-out.

Learn about Above/Below the Line concept from Conscious Leadership, that helps to examine a leader’s behaviors, mindset, and emotional responses, especially when facing challenges. 

Reflections from INSEAD’s Alumni Forum and Adaptive Leadership in Practice.

In my view, Purpose, Credibility, and Competence are the cornerstones of long-term, sustainable career success, influence and impact.

Leadership was once about command and control. Then it became about vision and inspiration. But - what if the future of leadership isn’t only about leading others?

Learn what it takes to become visible thought leader and move from being just a high-performing executive

Many talented professionals work hard but remain invisible. Learn what stops your career growth!