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A Touchstone in Turbulence


There’s no shortage of distractions these days. Uncertainty is growing. Trust is crumbling. Pessimism is on the rise.


In a workplace under these pressures, keep your day-to-day leadership grounded by prioritizing the Basic Human Needs and Dignity Needs. They are a powerful touchstone in turbulence. Research shows that honoring these needs in the workplace is directly correlated to our ability to fully contribute to our organizations.


Lead with stability and moral clarity. Catalyze human potential. Unlock innovation and collaboration. Fuel problem solving.


Join the Community of Practice as we take a deep dive into these foundational needs.

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Nicole, Thanks for this post. I look forward to discussing these concepts throughout 2026. When I read your note above that organizations need to "Lead with Stability and moral clarity", I thought of a recent post on Linked-In about the success of the Chick-Fil-A restaurant organization.


#chickfila #values #next2026 #leadership | Alex Vann | 21 comments
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#chickfila #values #next2026 #leadership | Alex Vann | 21 comments
Trudy Cathy White is Truett Cathy's daughter. She spoke at Chick-fil-A's annual meeting and made this statement: "It's the consistency of our convictions that sets us apart from our competitors" Chick-fil-A is the world's largest chicken restaurant. Truett Cathy and his brother Ben opened their first restaurant The Dwarf Grill in Hapeville, Georgia with no chicken on the menu in 1946. However, Truett would eventually open his first Chick-fil-A restaurant in 1967. With sales eclipsing over $20 billion annually that's a lot of chicken, a lot of customers and a lot of team members---but the same family. A family born of conviction and sustained through 80 years of it. 1946-2026. Very few companies last 80 years any more. There are only ever a handful that reach and surpass 100. Chick-fil-A is well on its way because its ethos is truly centered around two statements and one purposeful act that perfectly encapsulates them both. One statement is biblical and the other central. And the act, now considered crazy or bad business, but perfectly reveals the depth and breadth of these convictions. The first statement was Truett's life verse Proverbs 22:1 "A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold." The second statement is the Corporate Purpose “To glorify God by being a faithful steward of all that is entrusted to us. To have a positive influence on all who come in contact with Chick-fil-A.” The act: Closed on Sundays. Organizations that are built yo last an sustain success and the test of time must be built on conviction and transferred through the culture in every generation with meaning and clarity. Conviction breeds clarity. Leaders who lack conviction produce confusion and complexity. Leaders with palpable conviction create clarity and simplicity. #Chickfila #values #next2026 #leadership | 21 comments on LinkedIn

Whether or not you are a Christian, the moral clarity of this organization is easy to appreciate and how it can create an unbelievable environment for collaboration and innovation.

The Power of Meeting Basic Human Needs

All humans have fundamental needs beyond the physical requirements of survival. When these needs are met, conflict resolves and human potential flourishes. This week we're considering three of these basic human needs:


Love — our need for mutual care, sincere affection, and active goodwill toward each other.


Self-esteem — our need to recognize each other as competent, capable, and worthy.


Personal fulfillment — our need to pursue our potential in all areas of life.


What relationship do you see between these needs? How might meeting one (or more) of these needs help resolve a conflict you're currently facing? Journal your thoughts, and if you're comfortable, we'd love to hear from you in the comments below.



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Join a cohort of leaders who are learning to embed basic human needs and dignity needs into every aspect of leadership. Registration is now open for the Spring New Paradigm Leadership cohort. This Certificate Program is designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed to thrive in today’s workplace. In a time of complex global challenges, economic shifts, and societal transformation, new paradigm leaders are needed — leaders who are adaptable, empathetic, and capable of leading with a deep sense of responsibility and understanding of the human experience. Learn more here.

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Dr. Robyn Short
Dr. Robyn Short
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Hello @Martina Ulrichs s! Welcome to the Leadership Academy Community of Practice. We are so happy you are here, and we look forward to your contributions in this space!

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