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 | 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 | Nov 5, 2024 | Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Dynamics & Culture, Trust
Stepping into a leadership role in a multicultural team is like walking into a bustling market square. Imagine the blend of aromas from a dozen different food stalls, each representing a different culture and tradition. The colors are vibrant, the sounds diverse—a...
