In Part 1 of this article (“Corporate Blind Spots”), I discussed the link between a company’s success and its reputation (perceptions held by customers, partners, vendors and even employees). Many organizations don’t have a clear picture of how they are perceived, and these blind spots are often holding them back. Uncovering that true reputation and working to improve it are the keys to accelerating corporate success. In th...

We all have varying strengths that differ in value and impact throughout our careers. Occasionally, those positives can unwittingly be spoiled and turn into negatives. Sara Canaday, an MBA who left the corporate world to work independently as the owner of Sara Canaday and Associates, discusses the concept of seductive blind spots with Tim Muma. Sara explains why it's difficult for individuals to recognize when their own str...