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Call the Elephant: The Courage to Say What Needs to Be Said
Every organization has moments when the real issue sits unspoken in the room. The leaders who earn lasting respect are the ones willing to name it. “Calling the elephant” isn’t about drama — it’s about surfacing truth so the team can stop circling and start solving what really matters.
How Biotech Teams Can Break the Decision Loop—Without Perfect Data
Why do smart biotech teams keep circling the same decisions? It’s not indecision—it’s misalignment. This article introduces the Confidence Threshold: a simple, powerful tool to help your team decide with clarity under pressure.
The Confidence Threshold: A Better Way to Decide Under Pressure
Most leaders don’t struggle with decisions—they struggle with knowing when they’re ready. Here’s how to move forward with clarity, not perfection.
The Executive Hiring Mistake Biotech Leaders Keep Making
Executive hiring in biotech isn’t just about fit—it’s about trajectory. The most common mistake? Choosing who you know instead of who you need.
Why Talent Decisions in Biopharma Require More Than Gut Instinct
Hiring a VP or C-suite leader in biopharma isn't like filling a role. It's a strategic bet with multi-year consequences. The person you choose will shape your pipeline strategy, define how your teams operate under pressure, and signal to investors what kind of organization you're building. Here's why the Decision Matrix helps you make talent trade-offs visible — and defensible.
Want to Stand Out? Solve the Problems That Really Matter
The key to standing out isn’t solving the obvious problems—it’s uncovering the deeper challenges that truly matter. When you align your unique strengths with those deeper needs, you stop competing and start leading.
The Secret to Leading with Impact? Stop Spinning Plates
Discover the secret to impactful leadership. Stop spinning plates and focus on what matters most with actionable strategies to lead with clarity.
How Executives Use the Decision Matrix to Influence Decisions
Discover the secret weapon for business decision-making that helps you avoid costly mistakes and influence others with clarity and confidence. Intrigued? Learn how the Decision Matrix, and my free Decision Matrix calculator, can transform your decision process.

