The Power of Essential Skills: Resilience and Connection in Organizations
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The Power of Essential Skills: Resilience and Connection in Organizations

Last week, from January 20 to 24, the annual World Economic Forum took place in Davos. This event brings together world leaders, thinkers, and innovators to share insights about the future of the (economic) world. Critical thinker and leader Salem Samhoud shared his vision in an inspiring report (read it here), emphasizing the collaboration between…

Exploring Inner Worlds: What Kahneman and Stutz Teach Us About True Leadership🌍
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Exploring Inner Worlds: What Kahneman and Stutz Teach Us About True Leadership🌍

At 1for2 Social Innovation, we believe in the power of truly listening without prejudice or judgment. Every day, we work with leaders, founders, and teams who bring unique challenges to us, and through careful attention, we guide them toward their desired outcomes. Here, nothing is too unusual or too strange; everything is worth exploring. This…

How are you? Discussing mental health at work.
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🌍 October 10: World Mental Health Day 🧠🗣️

The World Health Organization emphasizes that mental health is a universal human right -something that must be accessible to everyone, everywhere, including in the workplace. With mental health challenges contributing to 12 billion lost workdays annually and costing over $1 trillion in lost productivity, it’s critical that we act. Importance of Mental Health at Work Risks to mental health at work -known as psychosocial…

Remembering Susan Wojcicki: A Trailblazer for Women in Tech and Beyond
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Remembering Susan Wojcicki: A Trailblazer for Women in Tech and Beyond

I would like to share my thoughts on the passing of Susan Wojcicki, who passed away on August 10th at the age of 56. Susan’s journey from renting out her garage to two Stanford students—Larry Page and Sergey Brin—to becoming the CEO of YouTube is a story of vision, courage, and resilience. In many ways,…

Women Leaders in Tech: Paving the Way in GenAI and Beyond🤖💯
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Women Leaders in Tech: Paving the Way in GenAI and Beyond🤖💯

As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the role of women in driving this change is becoming increasingly critical. A recent BCG study highlights an important trend: senior women in technical roles are not just keeping pace with their male counterparts but are also leading the charge in adopting Generative AI (GenAI). This…

🌈Celebrating Pride: Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion
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🌈Celebrating Pride: Embracing Diversity and Fostering Inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but fundamental pillars of a thriving and innovative workplace. As we celebrate Pride today, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a psychologically safe environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Embracing Diversity Diversity is the heartbeat of innovation. By bringing together individuals from…

A diverse group of smiling employees collaborating in a bright, open office space. The image is in a vibrant, abstract style similar to modern pop art
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Creativity to ensure DEI and Psychological Safety in the Face of Budget Cuts

At 1for2 Social Innovation, we’ve recently had some discussions with clients and prospects facing budget constraints related to investments in psychological safety and organizational culture, due to DEI fatigue (Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity) among leadership. While some see inclusivity and its outcome psychological safety at the workplace, as an area to cut, the majority recognize its…

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Honoring Lynn Conway: A Legacy of Innovation and Advocacy

We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Lynn Conway, a trailblazing engineer and a courageous advocate for transgender rights, who passed away on June 9 at the age of 86. Lynn Conway’s revolutionary contributions to microchip design have profoundly shaped the tech industry, making today’s consumer electronics possible. Her work alongside…