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Speak Easy

Welcome to ‘Speak Easy’ – WSB’s blog featuring expert advice from the world’s best thought leaders.

Lisa Bodell, CEO of Futurethink and bestselling author of Why Simple Wins shares the transformative power of leading with simplicity: questioning the status quo, eliminating inefficiencies, and fostering a workplace where meaningful work thrives.

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How to Lead with Simplicity · Lisa Bodell

Lisa Bodell, CEO of Futurethink and bestselling author of Why Simple Wins shares the transformative power of leading with simplicity: questioning the status quo, eliminating inefficiencies, and fostering a workplace where meaningful work thrives.

Global trust expert Rachel Botsman shares insights into the intricacies of trust in leadership, challenging the traditional notion of “building trust” and instead advocating for earning it continuously and how leaders can better understand the trust dynamics in their teams and cultures.

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How to Rethink “Building Trust” · Rachel Botsman

Global trust expert Rachel Botsman shares insights into the intricacies of trust in leadership, challenging the traditional notion of “building trust” and instead advocating for earning it continuously and how leaders can better understand the trust dynamics in their teams and cultures.

In this article, former Disney Institute Sales Director, best-selling author, and the world’s leading expert in brilliance, Simon T. Bailey, shares his insights into making 2024 the year of soaring to new heights and creating grounded habits.

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Your 2024 Resilient Flight Plan · Simon T. Bailey

In this article, former Disney Institute Sales Director, best-selling author, and the world’s leading expert in brilliance, Simon T. Bailey, shares his insights into making 2024 the year of soaring to new heights and creating grounded habits with a resilient flight plan. 2024 is the year of resilience, and Simon has just the tips you need!

Respect: What Drug Dealers Taught Me About Trust

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Respect: What Drug Dealers Taught Me About Trust · Pamela Barnum

Former undercover drug enforcement officer, trust strategist, and communication expert Pamela Barnum guides readers through the crossroads of confidence and humility, underscoring the pivotal roles of trust and respect in both personal and professional spheres.

The Roots of Distrust in the Media by Joan Lunden

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The Roots of America’s Distrust in the Media · Joan Lunden

Joan Lunden, an award-winning journalist and best-selling author, provides her insights on the changes in the media industry and political arena that have played a role in the increasing distrust of journalists and politicians.  

Organizational psychologist and team culture expert Dr. David Burkus shares how high-performing teams go beyond basic trust-building activities to foster psychological safety.

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High-Performing Teams Need More Than Trust · David Burkus

Organizational psychologist and team culture expert Dr. David Burkus shares how high-performing teams go beyond basic trust-building activities to foster psychological safety.