In the heart of Florence, where centuries-old architecture meets modern ambition, Erika Ferrati is redefining luxury real estate. As founder of DimorEtica and Local Ambassador for Luxforsale, she blends deep respect for historical heritage with savvy investment strategies, helping clients transform timeless properties into profitable opportunities. From preserving original artistry to leveraging international markets, Ferrati’s approach proves that...
In a world where innovation races ahead and burnout has become the badge of ambition, Dr. Manijeh Motaghy invites leaders to pause — and return to what truly matters: being human. Through her groundbreaking book, It’s Not Easy to Be Human, and her Mindful Life Optimization (MLO) framework, she confronts a global leadership crisis driven by speed, disconnection, blind...
By Annalisa Corti
Walk into any boardroom, and you’ll hear the same vocabulary: performance, innovation, strategy, ROI. What you won’t hear often enough is the one factor that determines the success of all the others—self-awareness. It’s usually dismissed as “soft,” something to leave for coaching retreats or HR workshops. Yet studies show that leaders who understand their behavioral patterns make...
By Laura Morrice
In today’s volatile business climate, the true differentiator for leadership is no longer technical expertise or even strategic foresight. It is Emotional Intelligence. This is not about “soft skills.” Increasingly, it is being recognised as the hard currency of modern leadership.
The Data Behind Emotional Intelligence
The numbers are compelling:
Harvard Business Review reports that 90% of top-performing leaders...
By Julie Condliffe
Every leader faces moments of breaking. The failed deal, the unexpected resignation, the business plan that collapsed overnight. At first, breaking feels like the end. It feels like failure. It feels like loss. But what if brokenness wasn’t the end of your story—or your business? What if the cracks in your journey were not signs of weakness,...
By Dr. Gabriele Lang
The intensity, complexity, and speed of change in today’s business world can feel overwhelming. Structures, processes, and ways of thinking are shifting rapidly. This dynamic brings opportunities—but only for those who take responsibility and act proactively.
Transformation Needs Leadership
As highlighted in the Deloitte Leadership Survey 2025 (370 executives, Austria) by Gudrun Heidenreich-Pérez and Céline-Sophie Röder, over 80%...
By Julie Condliffe
Radical authenticity is the act of unmasking. It is the courage to show up in truth, embrace vulnerability, and live unapologetically. It is about reclaiming your voice, your vision, and your worth. This is not rebellion—it is reclamation. And it is the heart of becoming unbreakable.
The Hidden Cost of Masks
Masks take a toll—not in money, but in...
by Wordran Naa Wilson
Living and working in Ghana, Japan, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and now Italy has taught me a powerful truth: home is not just a place — it’s a strength we carry inside us. That mindset has shaped the way I lead, connect, and grow businesses across borders.
Why Cultural Intelligence Matters
In an increasingly interconnected economy, cultural fluency...
By Micaela Passeri
Why today’s high-performing professionals need to examine the blind spot that’s rarely discussed. In leadership, pride is often misunderstood. It is encouraged when it fuels ambition, rewarded when it supports resilience, and accepted—sometimes even expected—when you operate in high-stakes environments where decisiveness, confidence, and control are essential. But in executive and entrepreneurial spaces, pride can also become...
By Dorina Torje
In today’s business world, leadership is often equated with sacrifice. Executives who burn the midnight oil are celebrated as visionaries, and boards quietly expect round-the-clock availability. Yet behind this glorification of exhaustion lies an uncomfortable truth: sleep-deprived leadership is not a badge of honor — it is a risk factor.
The Hidden Costs of Sleepless Leaders
Sleep deprivation does...
