Trust is the glue that holds problem-solving teams together. Without it, even the brightest minds will falter. If you want to guarantee failure, here are five surefire ways to destroy trust.

Cynicism whispers, "Why bother?" Curiosity shouts, "What if?" One closes doors, the other flings them wide open. Research shows that curiosity fuels creativity and problem-solving, while cynicism feeds inertia and disengagement. They can’t coexist. And here’s the kicker: cynicism gets louder as we age. Here’s how to break out of a cynicism cycle.

Hiring great support isn’t about filling a role—it’s about finding someone who amplifies your impact. To do that, you need to look for four essential qualities: Capability, Capacity, Influence, and Desire. Inside shows you how to use these to get the best hires to support you.

Intuition is powerful. It’s the nudge that guides us through uncertainty, the quiet voice that whispers, “This feels right so let's do it.”  Often, we feel it in our bones—a gut reaction telling us the right path. And more often than not, it’s right. Find out how to know when to dig deeper and how.

The comfort zone at work feels good, but it’s actually really a dangerous trap to fall into. It promises safety but delivers stagnation. Growth doesn’t live there. Opportunity doesn’t knock on that door. Why do we stay there? Find out why.

Change can feel hard and scary if it's forced on us. People resist it, not because they’re lazy or incapable, but because they feel unsafe and unprepared. Resistance is fear in disguise. Fear of the unknown. Fear of failure. Fear of losing control. Fear of being unable to cope. The problem isn’t the resistance itself, it’s how we manage people to accept it as normal. Here’s why.

“I’m not ready yet.” It’s the excuse we give ourselves to stay comfortable. We tell ourselves we need more time, more skills, more confidence. But the truth? You’ll never feel ready. Growth is uncomfortable by design. This belief holds us back because it’s rooted in fear. Here’s how to overcome it.

Life throws complexity at us every day. Mental models simplify it. They’re the tools we use to make sense of the world, spot patterns, and make smarter decisions.  They work because they provide structure—a proven framework to navigate uncertainty without starting from scratch every time. Here’s how to make them work for you.

Perception feels like reality, but it isn’t. It’s a filter, not a fact. The common misconception? We think our view of the world is the truth. But perception is shaped by biases, experiences, and assumptions. What you see depends on where you stand. Here’s how to avoid the perception trap.

When things go sideways, our instincts often make them worse. It’s predictable—but avoidable. Here are three ways we sabotage ourselves and how to sidestep them.

Big wins are obvious. They grab attention, command applause, and fuel motivation. But small wins? They’re the unsung heroes of progress. Here’s why we need them.

Psychological safety isn’t a buzzword. It’s the foundation for solving difficult challenges. When people feel safe to speak up without fear of judgement or retaliation, creativity flourishes. Ideas flow. Here’s how to make it happen.

Micromanagement isn’t a leadership strategy—it’s a defence mechanism. Around 30-40% of leaders fall into this trap, using control to shield themselves from the fear of failure or the discomfort of feeling unnecessary. Here’s how you can stop it.

Lone wolves are celebrated in movies but rarely succeed in reality. Big problems—those gnarly, complex, high-stakes ones—are too messy, too layered for one person to solve alone. Real breakthroughs happen in the spaces between perspectives.

Creativity isn’t magic. It’s connecting ideas, materials and knowhow (dots) in ways others don’t see. The most innovative solutions come not from inventing something entirely new but from combining what already exists in novel ways.

Imposter Syndrome isn’t a sign you’re broken, it’s proof you’re growing. When you feel like an imposter, it means you’re operating in uncharted territory.

We often view risk as something to avoid—a wall that stands between us and what we want. But risk is actually a gateway to new possibilities. Inside is how to stop seeing risk as something to fear and how to embrace it as a friend to learn from.

Beliefs are powerful. They guide our decisions, shape our identity, and give us direction. But what happens when those beliefs stop pushing us forward? What happens when they become baggage?

Good communication doesn’t fight to win—it flows to connect. Too often, we treat conversations like a boxing match, with jabs, defenses, and the need to prove a point. But when we approach communication this way, everyone leaves bruised, and nothing really changes.

Collaboration isn’t a checklist, and it’s not a system you plug people into. It’s a dance. Every step forward requires timing, awareness, and trust. You move together, not in perfect unison, but in a way that complements each person’s strengths.