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 | Human Resources
Growing up, I loved to listen to the radio. One of my favorite shows was American broadcaster Paul Harvey. His commentary and stories also provided important lessons about life. Back then, reputations and referrals carried more weight than they do today. Today,...
by Lea Strickland | May 12, 2026 | Competitiveness, Strategy
Insights from Checkers, Chinese Checkers, Chess, and 3D Chess As a leader, navigating the competitive landscape of business is akin to playing a strategic board game. Games like checkers, Chinese Checkers, chess, and 3D chess offer powerful metaphors for the...
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...
