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On this day in 1980, "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" premiered, marking a pivotal moment in cinematic history. As the highly anticipated sequel to "Star Wars," it faced enormous pressure to live up to its predecessor. The journey was fraught with challenges – from budget overruns and complex special effects to grueling shooting conditions. Yet, despite these obstacles, the team’s unwavering dedication and innovative spirit led to a masterpiece that not only achieved critical and commercial success but is also hailed as one of the greatest films of all time. This story is a powerful reminder for all of us in the business world. Just like the crew of "The Empire Strikes Back," we often encounter significant challenges and setbacks. However, it's through perseverance, creativity, and teamwork that we can overcome these hurdles and achieve remarkable success. May we all find inspiration in this cinematic triumph to push through our difficulties and reach for the stars in our professional endeavors. #Leadership #Teamwork #Innovation #Perseverance #Success #StarWars #TheEmpireStrikesBack

This month marks five years since the popular series "Game of Thrones" by HBO concluded, a show that captivated audiences with its intricate plots and complex characters globally. Reflecting on the saga, one crucial lesson emerges for me: Daenerys Targaryen & Cersei Lannister were both unfit to sit on the #IronThrone, albeit for different reasons. #DaenerysTargaryen, the Mother of Dragons, started as a symbol of hope and liberation. Her quest to free the oppressed and her vision for a better world garnered her a massive following. However, her fatal flaw was her descent into tyranny. As her power grew, so did her ruthlessness. Her willingness to use extreme violence to achieve her goals, culminating in the devastating destruction of King’s Landing, revealed a dangerous propensity for absolute power and control. This unchecked ambition and her belief in her divine right to rule ultimately showcased her as a leader who could easily become a tyrant. #CerseiLannister ruled with a cold, calculated cruelty. Her reign was marked by manipulation, betrayal, and a ruthless desire to maintain her power at all costs. Her leadership was driven by personal vendettas and a profound disregard for the welfare of her subjects. Her willingness to sacrifice anything and anyone to stay in power, including her own family, painted her as a ruler devoid of empathy and compassion. Her reign led to widespread suffering and instability, underscoring her unsuitability as a leader. Both their downfalls serve as reminders that the qualities needed for true #leadership extend beyond #ambition and #power. #Compassion, #empathy, and a #commitment to the greater good are essential traits for any ruler. Their stories illustrate the perils of leadership driven by unchecked ambition and personal vendettas, rather than the genuine welfare of the people. #leadership #empathy #commitment #forwardthinking #GameofThrones

🇺🇸 Avengers, and Thought Leadership fans, assemble! ⚡ During our recent company retreat, much to Terra Elan McVoy’s delight, we finally completed our goal of getting me through the Marvel Cinematic Universe with viewings of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. While thoroughly entertaining and filled with great storytelling, they’re also full of many lessons that we see in our thought leadership work. Here are my 9 key #thoughtleadership takeaways from the Avengers. What else would you add? 

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐨? 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐈 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐈 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Which is your favourite superstory? When it comes to Iron Man, Captain America, Thor or Hulk, it’s not just the young ones that are obsessed with them. And I know you have a favourite here too. But let’s dive deeper into the Marvel Cinematic Universe today. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐂𝐔 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬. 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠. Here's what you can learn: 🦸Relatable Heroes: They're strong, but flawed, making them real and endearing (and also relatable). 🦸High Stakes, High Feels: The fate of the universe hangs in the balance, keeping us on the edge of our seats. 🦸Humor Breaks the Tension: A well-timed joke keeps things light and lets us connect with the characters. 🦸Planting Seeds for the Future: Teasing future stories keeps us guessing and coming back for more. 🦸Heart Over Hype: At its core, the MCU celebrates courage, friendship, and the power of good vs. evil. So next time you see your favourite hero, remember: 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐬𝐨𝐚𝐫. But seriously, share your favourite Avenger in the comments with a gif or a meme.😎 Or if you are a DC fan then share that too! #storytelling #avengers #lessons #leadership #marketing

The Real Secret to Winning! Winning is fun. But it’s not about making someone else lose—that’s not the fun part. Winning is fun when you do it for the people you love, when you set impossible goals that seem unreachable, and then you achieve them.It’s the hero’s journey. It’s why, at the end of the original Star Wars, Luke Skywalker stands on stage with Han Solo, Chewbacca, and Princess Leia. They risked everything on something greater than themselves. It was impossible—no way it was going to happen—and yet there they are, victorious, with medals around their necks and the whole galaxy cheering. That’s the power of believing in the impossible and risking it all for something bigger than yourself. #Unblinded #HerosJourney #WinningMindset #IntegrousInfluence #ImpossibleGoals #PersonalGrowth

As a member of a DevOps Enabling Team in my previous role, this is a great description of how we added value. I'll have to remember this when people ask me what I do. Now that I am looking for a new role after a workforce reduction, I need to communicate the value of a DevOps Enabling Teams and how that differs from folks whose job it is to configure and manage CI/CD toolchains. #teamtopologies

What insight turned Star Wars into a cultural phenomenon? 😯 In the 1970s, market research revealed that audiences were fascinated by outer space and adventure, leading George Lucas to create “Star Wars.” Bonkers! This insight helped shape one of the most iconic film franchises in history, proving that understanding audience preferences can lead to astronomical success! #mrx #fridayfacts #marketresearch #audienceinsights #themoreyouknow

When telling your business’s story, you can follow the basic elements of all good stories. The hero starts out with some problem that’s causing trouble in his life. A crisis comes and they try to solve it, but at first they fail. Then they meet someone who helps them see their problem and shows them how to fix it. The journey is difficult, and full of trials and mistakes, but eventually they overcome the crisis, fix their problem, accomplish their goals, and emerge a better person. The end. Think about your favorite movie. Obviously, it’s Star Wars. Luke Skywalker starts off bored and purposeless, wasting away on a desert planet, with no connection to his parents or knowledge of the Force. Then he encounters two little droids and is suddenly wrapped up in galactic events seemingly far beyond his control. But with the help of wise old Obi-Wan Kenobi, he learns the force, saves the princess, and destroys the Death Star. Now put yourself into this story. Do you see which role you can play? In the next video, we’ll answer that and how you can make the most of it.

For a moment, I want you to think about an old movie with a helicopter in it. The helicopter comes in for a landing with its blades whipping around. Everybody is ducking their heads. Stuff is flying everywhere. It’s just windy and chaotic. With that imagery in mind, I'm going to talk about Helicopter Visionaries 👀 It's what happens when a Visionary is not fully participating in the process. The Visionary is tampering with things behind the scenes, causing a lot of End Runs. A term that’s become popular, it's earned the nickname “Seagull Managing” – where the team is focused and trying to do the right thing, but the Visionary flies in, craps all over the place, and flies away. This behavior is so disruptive to a team that’s trying to do the right thing. They’re trying to look out for the greater good and long-term of the company. The irony of this situation is by doing what they want – they’re unlikely to get what they want to get from the business. If you are the Visionary, you have a choice to do what's best for the company or what's best for you. By guiding others to excel in their roles, you are able to have both. #IAbizGrowth #IowaEOSimplementer #RealSimpleResults

I've been binge watching 'Game of Thrones'....I watched S1 to S8 in a marathon... Throughout the series, I couldn't help but notice so many characters giving us invaluable management lessons... As a business leader, I've picked up lessons that I wish to list down over the next few days... Starting with a character who's business acumen has flattered me the most:- TYWIN LANNISTER: 1.) Tywin understands that power is as much about perception as it is about actual strength. 2.) He carefully cultivates an image of the Lannisters as wealthy, powerful, and ruthless 3.) Tywin is driven by the desire to secure the Lannister legacy and ensure that his family remains powerful for generations. 4.) He makes decisions not just for immediate gain but with the long-term in mind. 5.) And last but not the least, he clearly teaches us that the 'Throne' is only symbolic power. The real power rests elsewhere.