Author name: Steven Jones

Have you heard that DEI was “on its way out” – even before the election? Spoiler alert: it was not. According to HBR, in 2024: 👉 60% of companies now have a DEI strategy—up 9 points from 2023. 👉 73% have DEI baked into their company values. 👉 63% are partnering with DEI-focused organizations–vs. 54% […]

How do you transform uncertainty into your greatest leadership strength? When the unexpected arises, leadership shifts from control to connection. True leadership means readiness, resilience, and fostering intentional growth. Building on last week’s insights, let’s explore how to lead with care and purpose. The Heart of Adaptive LeadershipLeadership thrives when we embrace vulnerability and psychological

As a leader—wherever you sit or stand in life or work—ask yourself: Who do I want to be as the inevitable happens? The winds of change blow constantly, whispering reminders to prepare, act, and lead. Life offers challenges and opportunities daily, and how we choose to show up makes all the difference. Our emotions and

Emma, Carlos, and Aisha lived worlds apart but shared an unseen bond—they sensed something was missing. It was time to get generative. Emma, a corporate executive, had always focused on metrics and profits. One day, she noticed the fatigue in her team’s eyes 👀 and realized she had been ignoring their well-being. A mood of

🚀 Ready to Transform Your Pace into Power?🚀 In the words of John O’Donohue, “It is a strange and wonderful fact to be here, walking around in a body, to have a whole world within you and a world at your fingertips outside you.”🚶🏽🚶🏾‍♂️ 🌍💫 In our fast-paced lives, we often forget the incredible universe

In our quest to understand the essence of being human, we often oscillate between affection and aversion. Recently, in a conversation with fellow generative learners and leaders, we explored a seminal question: What is a human being? Human beings, in their unique blend of strength, vulnerability, self-interest, and love, create a tapestry of life that

Last week, I spoke at the “THRIVE” Summit in Chicago, focusing on navigating and leading change for leaders and their teams. These individuals are the backbone of support for others to thrive, especially those who stand in the face of bias. They embody the power of care and love, intervening for the sake of marginalized

As we navigate the intricate tapestry of life, seeking to erect spaces that teem with the harmonious fusion of justice and love, the essence of leadership becomes both a directive and a beacon of hope. We are called to assume the mantel of generative leaders tasked with nurturing environments that foster growth and celebrate individual