One of the problems I see sometimes in branching scenarios is maintaining consistent perspective. The narrative will switch from one character’s point of view to another character’s without purpose, or

Have you ever searched for your glasses, only to find them perched on your head? You’re not alone. We often hunt high and low for what matters most, only to

HERE’S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2026 curated just for you. Be sure to check out the other great titles being

TL;DR: You don’t need to spend a lot of money to feel your best. True self-care comes from small, consistent choices that support your body, mind, and mood. Here’s how

Here is a selection of Posts from May 2026 that you will want to check out: After the Surface by Manu @27_BUCKS The most creative work in modern history was

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Psychiatrist Thomas Szasz on what

I’ve had the opportunity to be interviewed on some wonderful podcasts. Most of the time, our discussions related to scenario-based learning. I have also recorded several conversations about AI, instructional

TL;DR: Having something to look forward to may be one of the most overlooked mental health tools in the workplace. Research shows anticipation can boost mood, increase motivation, reduce stress,

Have you ever marveled at how quickly kids grow — both mentally and physically? The most rapid development occurs between birth and age five, when nearly 85% of the brain

AT first glance, leadership mistakes are difficult to explain. Many failed decisions are made by highly intelligent, experienced, and capable people. The leaders involved often possess strong analytical skills, deep

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Brad Stulberg on goals: “Goals

Disability representation in AI-generated images has improved significantly with recent models. When I tested generating images of people with visible disabilities using Midjourney in 2024, I was overall disappointed in

What happens when texting replaces real conversation, video games replace time with friends, online browsing replaces in-person shopping, and working from home replaces going to the office? As people grow

TL;DR: Not every employee works best at the same time of day. Some people are sharp at sunrise. Others hit their stride later in the afternoon. Chronotypes help explain these natural

THE causes of job strain, burnout, and poor mental health at work are well understood — and so are the solutions. Workload can be managed. Jobs can be designed with

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Nicole Vignola on learning as

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links about once a month here on my blog. This post includes links related to

You make thousands of choices throughout your life — big and small — about your values, relationships, priorities, and direction. But have you ever paused to consider how you make

MOST leaders reach a point where they can see exactly where their company needs to go. The vision is clear — more sophisticated, more scalable, more aligned with the leader

TL;DR: Fun is a biological necessity that reduces stress, boosts creativity, and strengthens social bonds. It’s not a distraction from wellness — it is the fuel that powers cognitive flexibility

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Carey Nieuwhof on large and

  Clarity Consultants will be exhibiting at the ATD 2026 International Conference & EXPO, taking place May 17–20, 2026, at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA. You’ll find us

One of the AI tools I’ve been using more lately is Flora. Instead of a chat interface like many AI tools, Flora gives you a canvas with multiple nodes where

How much do you crave acceptance? Do you hide behind a façade, follow the crowd to fit in, or keep up with the Joneses to prove you’ve made it? That’s

THERE’S a phrase that seems to be everywhere in the business world right now, but it is likely missing from most companies’ crisis management plans: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Crack open

TL;DR: Peptides are trending, but most lack real human evidence. Employees are paying attention — and sometimes experimenting — making this both a risk and an opportunity for employers to

HERE’S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2026 curated just for you. Be sure to check out the other great titles being

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Paul Ingram on values: “When

Here is a selection of Posts from April 2026 that you will want to check out: VIDEO: AI Is Replacing Leaders Who Can’t Do This One Thing by @cnieuwhof Worth

In video games, cutscenes are short, non-interactive scenes that “cut away” from the action. They can move the plot forward, show conversations, or build emotion. We can borrow this technique

Have you ever had a song stuck in your head that just wouldn’t go away? It’s unnerving. But it’s not just music that can linger. Fear, worry, regrets — even

MY go-to definition of leadership is “helping others do better.” I use it because it is simple, inclusive, and focused on the practical impact leaders have. Leadership is ultimately about

TL;DR: Employees don’t ignore wellness benefits because they don’t care — they don’t use them because they’re too hard to access. When someone is already stressed or low on energy,

While Companies Race to Adopt AI, Many Lack the Skills to Make It Work AI isn’t the top workplace advantage, human skills are. TalentSmartEQ, the world’s premier provider of emotional

CAMPBELL, CA – April 16, 2026  Training Industry today announced that Clarity Consultants has been named to the 2026 Training Industry Top 20 list for the Staffing and Temporary Resources

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TL;DR Instructor-led, virtual, and blended learning programs each serve different learning objectives and should be used intentionally. Effective delivery depends on matching the training format to the desired learning outcome,

TL;DR Choosing the right eLearning partner determines whether your corporate training becomes a scalable performance engine or an expensive content library no one uses. Enterprise buyers should evaluate vendors based

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You know you should move more. Your body knows it. Your chair definitely knows it. But your calendar? Not so much.  Between back-to-back meetings and a never-ending inbox, it’s easy

TL;DR: Short on time but running on empty? These simple 10-minute resets help employees recharge between meetings, boost focus, and reduce stress without stepping away from their workday. Back-to-back meetings.

It’s tough to raise good kids these days. Rudeness is widespread, hateful rhetoric is rampant, and role models are almost extinct. So, if you’re raising good kids, it’s not luck

Tired of cheesy stock photos that don’t represent your learners? In this hands-on webinar, I shared my prompting framework for generating cohesive AI images that actually fit your training content,

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Greg Satell on change: “It

IN MANY organizations, productivity is flat while stress and burnout are climbing. While many blame the unmanageable workload, the problem is really the overwhelming thoughtload. Thoughtload is the invisible tax

[pinit count=”horizontal”] 10 Ways to Adapt to a Changing World Although we have access to more information than ever before, that doesn’t mean we’re more knowledgeable. Moreover, what good is

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links about once a month here on my blog. This post includes links related to

YOU can have an amazing business plan and strategy, but if there are issues with recruiting and keeping your people, your strategy will fail. Finding the right people and incorporating

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Every brush fire looks harmless at first — until you realize it’s outrunning you. This reveals a universal truth: Small problems rarely stay small unless you act fast. If you

Different AI image models can give you widely varying results, even with identical prompts. I did some testing using the same prompt across several AI image tools: Nano Banana, ChatGPT,