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These four pillars offer a strong foundation for companies to foster creativity, take strategic risks, and drive results. Great leaders create environments where bold ideas can flourish, supported by clear frameworks that encourage experimentation while aligning with long-term goals. Finding the sweet spot between vision and execution is what drives success.

Leadership starts with meaningful connection. One way CNEXT Partners fosters that connection is through our daily use of Google Chat, where we create engagement opportunities that bring our team closer. Throughout the week, we find fun ways to interact. Whether we’re debating which TV series had the worst ending or submitting our scores for Wordle Friday, these moments keep us engaged and connected. Today’s engagement activity took on a more personal tone: we asked everyone to share a picture of a place or person they love. The response was overwhelming, with photos of loved ones flooding the chat. It was a simple but powerful moment, offering insight into what drives each of us beyond work and strengthening the bonds within our team. (What a wonderful way to start the week!) When team members open up about their personal lives, it builds a sense of understanding and empathy. These moments deepen inclusion by allowing us to see each other as whole people, not just colleagues. Inclusive leadership is rooted in these everyday connections that make everyone feel valued. If you feel so inclined, join us by sharing a pic of a place or person you love. I couldn't pick just one. My response is in the comments ❤️

Curiosity drives innovation and fosters a culture of continuous learning within organizations. Boston Consulting Group (BCG)’s insights on the value of being a curious CEO highlight how such leaders can navigate complex challenges, inspire their teams, and uncover new opportunities in a rapidly changing market. Consider reading this to better understand how cultivating curiosity can elevate your leadership and drive your organization forward!

Focusing on the long-term, embedding diversity as a strength, and considering community impact in corporate strategy are principles that drive sustainable business success.

People are naturally drawn to cultures that lift them up—where growth, recognition, and empowerment are part of the everyday experience. Leaders set that tone, shaping environments where employees thrive.

Jack is one of the remarkable sa leaders in our CEO Network. GENERATE offers valuable insights from former Fortune-ranked CEOs, top experts, and peer collaboration to help Fortune 1000 senior executives amplify their impact. Want to learn more? Check out GENERATE here: https://lnkd.in/gBncSiVg

We're going through the final run-through for our upcoming ACCELERATE webinar, and we're excited to connect with you! If you can join us at 3pm for 45 minutes, you won't regret it! Paul and Nedra will share some of the ACCELERATE special sauce that helps Fortune 1000 companies develop and prepare their mid-level leaders for enterprise-level roles. You will also hear firsthand the value of the program from two of our ACCELERATE leaders from Corning Incorporated. Click the link to register. https://hubs.ly/Q02QF6y90 Cheryl Stokes Rick Smith Jack Stahl Deb Grant Nedra Johnson Paul Bilodeau Cynthia Emrich Alyce Mumbuchi Liisa MacLaren Esmeralda Burak

Not sure of why this is my first time publishing a LinkedIn article 😁. Writing this was a wonderfully fulfilling expression of creativity while hopefully providing something valuable for my LinkedIn peeps.

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