by Florin Lungu | Dec 27, 2025 | Leadership Development, Personal Growth, Self-leadership
Personal Note I’ve been thinking about 2026 for a while now, and one question keeps resurfacing for me. It came up earlier this year at Live2Lead Sweden, when John Maxwell shared something deceptively simple. He said that most leaders spend their time asking,...
by Florin Lungu | Sep 13, 2025 | Leadership Development, Leadership Strategies, Self-leadership
If your beliefs stay the same, your leadership won’t survive the AI era. A few weeks ago, I sat across from a CTO who’s led teams longer than some of his engineers have been alive. Sharp thinker. Humble. Respected. But his voice got quiet when he said: “We’ve...
by Florin Lungu | Jul 7, 2025 | Employee Engagement, Leadership Strategies, Self-leadership
It usually starts as a quiet question. “Why aren’t they more engaged?” The leader asking it is well-meaning. Hardworking. Frustrated. They’ve tried setting clear expectations. They’ve checked in. They’ve encouraged. But the energy just isn’t there. And this is where I...
by Florin Lungu | Mar 20, 2025 | Coaching & Mentoring, Communication, Self-leadership
Imagine this. It’s Tuesday afternoon, and sunlight gently filters through your office window. You glance at the clock. It’s time for your feedback meeting with a team member who is talented but incredibly sensitive. Your stomach tightens slightly at the...
by Florin Lungu | Feb 5, 2025 | Communication, Leadership Development, Self-leadership
In a business world where strategy, data, and efficiency drive competition, the real differentiator for executives is not just technical expertise – it’s emotional intelligence (EQ). Leaders who master EQ don’t just manage teams; they inspire, influence, and...
by Florin Lungu | Sep 23, 2024 | Leadership, Self-leadership, Teamwork & Collaboration
Walking into the CBS Leadership Think Tank felt like stepping into a space buzzing with energy. You could feel the pulse of conversation, the sharp exchange of ideas, and the weight of big questions about leadership in today’s fast-changing world. The air was thick...
