by Lea Strickland | Jul 13, 2026 | Leadership
We are all familiar with high-pressure business environments. These times of elevated stress seem to be the rule, rather than the exception, these days. It’s important to recognize that the higher the stress, the greater the need to breathe and adopt the most...
by Lea Strickland | Jul 13, 2026 | Leadership
You may have read the book or seen the movie of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables. It is a sweeping tale of redemption, justice, and human struggle set against the backdrop of 19th-century France. It is about transformation. Its rich characters, Jean Valjean, Fantine, and...
by Lea Strickland | May 16, 2026 | Government Funding Compliance, Leadership, Legal
It’s no joke. Increasingly, companies are getting that figurative (and sometimes literal) knock on the door, only to find government agents or auditors. If you’ve been reading my articles and books over the years, you know I work with many organizations (for-profit,...
by Lea Strickland | May 12, 2026 | Leadership
Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island is a thrilling tale of adventure, betrayal, and the quest for hidden riches. Set on the high seas and a mysterious island, the story of Jim Hawkins, Long John Silver, and the hunt for Captain Flint’s treasure offers more than...
by Lea Strickland | May 12, 2026 | Leadership
In Star Trek: The Next Generation’s episode “Thine Own Self” (Season 7, Episode 16), Counselor Deanna Troi undergoes a grueling test to earn a promotion to Commander. The episode offers a compelling look at leadership under pressure, as Troi faces a series of...
by Lea Strickland | May 12, 2026 | Leadership
Bold Persistence Meets Pragmatic Partnership in the Face of Endless Disappointment I’ve watched The History Channel’s long-running series The Curse of Oak Island (Oak Island) from the beginning. I love seeing the technology in use and the potential to overturn the...
