by Mario Amaya | Oct 30, 2024 | Career Advice, Leadership Development, News, Uncategorized
The first time I traveled abroad for work was thirty two years ago, and I remember feeling a mix of excitement and uncertainty. I was representing a global company, but the culture, regulations, and business practices in the country I visited were vastly different...
by Mario Amaya | Oct 24, 2024 | Career Advice, Leadership Development, News
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in early 2020, businesses everywhere faced unprecedented disruption. Companies like Airbnb had to rethink their entire operating models. With global travel halted, Airbnb’s leadership quickly pivoted, focusing instead on local stays and...
by Mario Amaya | Oct 9, 2024 | Career Advice, News
Not being the first choice for an executive position can stir up conflicting feelings. You weren’t rejected, but you also weren’t the top pick. Now, you’re stepping into a role someone else was initially chosen for, and that can feel complicated. But let’s...
by Mario Amaya | Sep 26, 2024 | Career Advice, Leadership Development, News
The movies Blade Runner, The Terminator, and I, Robot, among others, envisaged a 21st century with flying cars, synthetic humans, and AI capabilities that would dominate and overtake human life. Well, here we are, approaching the year 2030, and things haven’t altered...
by Mario Amaya | Aug 28, 2024 | Career Advice, Leadership Development, News, Organizational Culture & HR
In the past, Human Resources (HR) has been more of a support role, focusing mainly on administrative things like payroll, benefits management, and labor law compliance. These days, however, HR plays an indispensable strategic function. HR leaders no longer only guard...
by Mario Amaya | Aug 14, 2024 | News, Organizational Culture & HR
Imagine building a dream team of high performers, only to see them drift away in search of higher pay, more significant challenges, or even a better cultural fit just when they start making a real impact. That’s the challenge many companies face today. The...