“You often hear a professional career described as a marathon but for passionate leaders, I think it’s actually a life of sprints. …

The only thing which pulled me forward, was the realization that my voice within was wrong, I learnt to mediate, to listen, to challenge, and it is this presence of mind, this awareness which brought me out from that damp and dark space to one where I can pull myself…

Life is a spiritual practice, like a long meditation. Mindfulness is being aware that during meditation, you are in control each second in time and space. As in string theory in quantum physics, everything is connected. …

In my role as Chief Talent Officer for a global marketing agency, I’ve often heard, through conversation in interviews, performance reviews, exit conversations and even day-to-day chatter, a focus on stress, grueling schedules or the effects of a poor leader who says the right things but is, in reality, demanding…

“I have learned that life has many challenges and unexpected events that you cannot control, and success and happiness all have to do with worrying about what you can control and focusing on the positive.” Dave Cantin is a sought-after mergers and acquisitions expert, speaker, self-made entrepreneur and philanthropist. Dave’s…

“You only get one life, so it’s vital that you spend your time in the ways that bring you the most fulfillment.” Lindsey Dinneen is an entrepreneur, leader, and teacher. She founded and owns VidaDance Studio in Leawood, Kansas, she founded and is the Artistic Director of VidaDance (a professional…

There is always a “space” between stimulus and response. My mindfulness practice has allowed me to expand that space. As a result my reactions to people and stressful situations are much more measured and well thought out than they have ever been before. …

Create time and space for staff to meditate. Provide a facilitator to those who are new to meditation or just enjoy meditating as part of a group. Office stretches and healthy snacks are a bonus. I should add that I’ve been very pleasantly surprised to see how successful our mindfulness…

“Leadership isn’t just about running an organization, it’s about inspiring an idea. I believe that great leaders set the direction and empower others — whether its employees, customers, shareholders, local communities, etc. — to move in the same direction.” Christian Hageseth, CEO and co-founder of ONE Cannabis Group — one…