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  • Ali Aydan: Leading through change?

    Ali Aydan: Leading through change?

    Change is part of business. Progress isn’t. That takes leadership. After 20+ years in senior roles, one truth stands out, how a CEO shows up during change can either stall progress or accelerate it. You don’t need every answer, but you do need to keep the direction clear and the team steady. Here are…

  • Ali Aydan: I Thought I Was Leading Until I Started Listening

    Ali Aydan: I Thought I Was Leading Until I Started Listening

    Most leaders hear their teams. Very few actually listen. That used to be me. I didn’t realise what I was missing until I made listening a habit. The shift? Subtle. The results? Game-changing. Morale lifted. Ideas flowed. Our performance sharpened. Here’s what real listening does for your team: 1. You Earn Their TruthWhen people…

  • Ali Aydan: Leading global teams?

    Ali Aydan: Leading global teams?

    Connection beats control, always. I used to think international leadership was about logistics, time zones, operations, and coordination. But what really matters is trust. Scaling operations means nothing if you’re not also scaling relationships. Here are 3 lessons I’ve learned the hard way: •Cultural understanding changes everythingWhat works in one country might fail in…

  • Ali Aydan: Leading Through Resistance: The Courage to Be Misunderstood and Judged

    Ali Aydan: Leading Through Resistance: The Courage to Be Misunderstood and Judged

    Leadership is not just about making popular choices or playing it safe. It’s about standing firm in your vision, even when others don’t understand, judge, or disagree with you. Here’s what I’ve learned about embracing these challenges as a leader:⤵️ ➡️ 1. Misunderstanding comes with vision: If your goals are truly forward-thinking, not everyone…

  • Ali Aydan: Leading with Curiosity

    Ali Aydan: Leading with Curiosity

    How I Learned to Use “Leading with Curiosity” in Business 💡 👉 Curiosity isn’t just a personal trait. It’s a critical leadership strategy. In fast-paced industries, having a fixed mindset can derail your team and limit growth. Leading with curiosity, adapting to new insights, and adjusting strategies is what differentiates a resilient leader from…

  • Ali Aydan: True leadership is about elevating others.

    Ali Aydan: True leadership is about elevating others.

    Great leaders focus on their team’s achievements rather than personal glory. – They recognize individual contributions– They share success with the team– They prioritize team growth over personal accolades In the end, a leader’s impact is measured by the success of their team. This approach builds stronger, more motivated teams and lasting organizational success.…