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Crafting the Self: Presence by Design
So often we are told to “just be yourself.” Many times, that’s the only counsel you’re given growing up. More often than not, what people really mean is, "Do what feels like you." But too often, what you feel inside is anxious, uncertain, unsure, or even undesired, because what you’ve shown doesn’t seem to align with what the people in your life want. So you try to fit in; you cram and adjust until the box is stuffed full of you. Many years later, you may finally break out of
jonathansearley
Mar 193 min read


Freaking Out About AI: What’s Actually Going On
Every few weeks, a new headline declares that AI is about to replace millions of jobs. Executives warn of massive disruption. Analysts predict sweeping automation. Social media amplifies every fear. But when you look past the noise and into the data, a different story emerges, one that’s less about technology and more about incentives, leadership narratives, and the structural realities of how organizations actually work. AI is a big deal. But not for the reasons most people
jonathansearley
Feb 256 min read


Five Technologies That Expand My Thinking, My Work, and My Voice
Tools that strengthen the way I reason, create, and show up as a professional Technology is changing how professionals think, talk, and innovate. The tools we choose affect how clear our decisions are, how effective our work is, and how we act as leaders. These five groups show the technologies that I think every modern professional should know about. These technologies are essential for improving our work, not just for their aesthetic appeal. Translating thought into design,
jonathansearley
Feb 64 min read


Cost of Silence: Why Cyber Disclosure Tests Leadership Not Security
Cybersecurity was a background issue in business for years. It was important but not often considered a strategic priority. It was behind goals for revenue, operational efficiency, and quarterly expectations. You could sense it, but only as a risk you hope to avoid. What was the reason? Was it because cyber incidents seemed like they weren't real until they were? Did leaders believe their teams had everything under control? Could it be that acknowledging the weakness of their
jonathansearley
Feb 64 min read
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