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  • Ali Aydan: Tumbling Off the Peak of Mount Stupid

    Ali Aydan: Tumbling Off the Peak of Mount Stupid

    Early in my career, I thought I had it all figured out. I had seen what worked and what didn’t, and I was certain I knew how to build the perfect cross-functional team. Then reality hit. I found myself tumbling down Mount Stupid, that moment when confidence was high but actual knowledge was low.…

  • Ali Aydan: The Mastery Cycle: Why Most People Get Stuck

    Ali Aydan: The Mastery Cycle: Why Most People Get Stuck

    Mastery isn’t luck; it’s a cycle.🔄 Most people think expertise comes from talent or experience. But the real key? Mastery follows a predictable cycle. Here’s how it works:⤵️ ➡️ 1️- Attitude: The Foundation of MasteryYour mindset is everything. Without the right attitude, mastery is impossible. I’ve worked with incredibly talented people who never reached…

  • Ali Aydan: 10 Steps to Create a Winning Business Roadmap

    Ali Aydan: 10 Steps to Create a Winning Business Roadmap

    Most businesses don’t fail because of a lack of effort. They fail because of a lack of direction. A business without a roadmap is like a traveller without a map; you might move fast, but are you heading in the right direction? Here’s how to create a business roadmap that keeps you on track:⤵️…

  • Ali Aydan: Any journey needs a map

    Ali Aydan: Any journey needs a map

    Too many people confuse movement with progress in business, leadership, and life. They work hard, stay busy, and chase opportunities, but they’re just going in circles without clear direction. I’ve learned this the hard way. Early in my career, I focused on doing more, thinking effort alone would lead to success. It didn’t. The…

  • Ali Aydan: Knowledge itself is not power. Applied knowledge is

    Ali Aydan: Knowledge itself is not power. Applied knowledge is

    I’ve met countless professionals who know a lot about books, courses, and theories, but they ‎never use it.‎ And then there are those who take what they learn and act on it. Guess who wins?‎ Here’s what separates the doers from the thinkers:‎ ‎➡️ 1- Execution beats information overload.It’s easy to fall into the…

  • Ali Aydan: Continuous Learning is The Secret to Organisational Transformation

    Ali Aydan: Continuous Learning is The Secret to Organisational Transformation

    Transformation doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built on a foundation of continuous learning. In my experience leading organisational change, I’ve found one consistent truth: Teams that stop learning, stop growing. Continuous learning isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s the engine that drives innovation, adaptability, and long-term success. Here are 3 ways continuous learning transforms organisations:⤵️…

  • Ali Aydan: 10 Tips Every CEO Must Know

    Ali Aydan: 10 Tips Every CEO Must Know

    Change is inevitable. But successful transformation? That’s a choice. The truth? A CEO’s role during change isn’t about control, it’s about clarity, resilience, and decisiveness. You don’t need all the answers, but you do need a steady hand to guide the team. After 20+ years in leadership, I’ve learned this: Change can either sink…

  • Ali Aydan: Emotional Intelligence – The Leadership Superpower

    Ali Aydan: Emotional Intelligence – The Leadership Superpower

    Most leaders focus on strategy, execution, and results. But the best leaders? They master emotional intelligence (EQ). In my years of leading teams, I’ve realised that how you lead matters as much as what you do. EQ is what turns a boss into a leader and a team into a powerhouse. Here are 3…

  • Ali Aydan: Most people fail interviews for the same reason

    Ali Aydan: Most people fail interviews for the same reason

    They focus on what to say, but not how they say it. A great interview isn’t just about your skills. It’s about how you present yourself, how you think, and how you make the interviewer believe you’re the right fit. Here are 10 tips to help you stand out: 1. Research the company like…

  • Ali Aydan: Progress is not a straight line. Be patient with yourself.

    Ali Aydan: Progress is not a straight line. Be patient with yourself.

    Growth isn’t predictable. It doesn’t come in tidy, upward trends. Some days, you leap forward. Other days, you feel like you’re sliding back. But you’re still moving. Let me share 3 lessons: 1- Setbacks don’t mean failure.Progress is full of detours. What feels like a step back is often a step towards clarity or…