Informal Networks for Risk and Compliance Managers

As a risk and compliance manager, over time, I’ve found developing an informal network at the companies I’ve worked for has been invaluable. While formal processes and structured compliance programs are essential, it is often the informal relationships that provide the early insights and collaboration necessary to manage risk effectively.Why is an informal network so …

The Silent Sabotage: When Insecure Leaders Withhold Information

In an era were having access to information and good information is critical in decision making, have you ever worked with a leader who seemed to keep crucial information to themselves? If so, you’ve likely encountered an insecure leader—one who sees knowledge not as a tool for collective success but as a form of personal …

The Power of Participative Leadership: Why Involving Your Team Leads to Success

In my last posting, I talked about why leaders need to create a psychologically safe environment for followers to be able to be them selves, to feel welcomed and appreciated. However, leading a team means you are part of a larger team, and needing to work together. So, leadership isn’t just about making decisions at …