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Learnings, reflections, and tips & tricks picked up from life’s many adventures.

A Culture of Innovation: Are you relying on individual or collective intelligence?

Collective intelligence is characterized by how well members of a group work together across a wide range of tasks. What’s the greatest predictor of collective intelligence? It is linked to the average emotional intelligence of group members, demonstration of conversational turn-taking rather than interrupting, and the proportion of females in the group.

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Burnout, Boundaries & Boardrooms: The Unique Struggle of Female Founders

Did you know that companies founded solely by women received just 2.1% of the total VC capital in 2022? And what happens when female CEOs face the pressure of delivering results while managing aggressive board members?

Discover the paradox of success, learn about Janine's battle with a boardroom bully, and uncover 5 essential tips for setting boundaries to prevent burnout.

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Apply dating rules to co-founder relationships for startup success

Startups fail because they don’t have the right people, but could it be that they didn’t invest in the health of their work relationships? We know that motivation amplifies talent, so as the leader, it’s important that you remain fired up about the work. Let’s dive into research-based approaches to relationships from the Gottman Institute to see how their dating rules for couples can help you and your co-founder succeed.

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Being Authentic is not an Excuse to be an Asshole

Being authentic and truthful is not an excuse to be an asshole.

You may have a colleague who brushes off their controversial behavior with a shrug saying, “That’s just who I am!” Personally, I’m tired of people hiding behind their self-assigned labels to justify not acting like a team player.

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Navigating change can be tough, but you don’t have to do it alone.