M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBIt is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends on his not…“It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends on his not understanding it.” Upton Sinclair’s words cut to…Oct 10Oct 10
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBThe Joker’s Chilling Prophecy: When Loyalty and Ethics Collide in the Corporate WorldIt might seem odd to draw career advice from a comic book villain, but the Joker’s chilling words in The Dark Knight — “They need you now…Oct 9Oct 9
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBExploiting Vulnerability: How Some Leaders Use the Mental Health Crisis to Tighten ControlIn recent years, the discussion around mental health has become increasingly prominent. While this growing awareness is a positive…May 24May 24
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBAwkward Old-Fashioned Performance EvaluationsPerformance evaluations are critical to employee development and organizational success. However, many companies still rely on outdated…May 21May 21
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBWhen Standardization Meets Reality: Adaptability in HealthcareIn healthcare, standardization promises efficiency and consistency, but real-world scenarios often require a balance between rigid…May 17May 17
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBWhy We Have Wedding Planners but Not Marriage PlannersComplicated vs. Complex SystemsMay 15May 15
M Bakhtiari, PhD, EMBA, DABR, CPPS, CPHQ, CSSBBHyperreality in Corporate Leadership: The Gap Between Stated Values and Actual PracticesIn today’s corporate world, the concept of hyperreality — where the distinction between reality and its representation becomes blurred —…May 14May 14
