Beyond Profits: 3 Case Studies of Purpose-Driven Companies

These days, more and more companies realize that “doing good” is good business. Consumers want to support brands that share their values. Employees want meaning and purpose. Let’s check three examples of purpose-driven companies making a difference. What Makes A Company “Purpose-Driven”? Purpose-driven companies aren’t new, but the movement is growing as businesses focus on…

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Your Company DNA: The Key To Successful Hiring

Hiring exceptional leaders starts with truly understanding your company’s DNA – your values, purpose, and culture. Get clear on these foundational elements, and you’ll be set up to find leaders who sync with the soul of your organization. But how do you accomplish this? That’s what we are going to cover in this article. Let’s…

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How to Modernize Your Leadership Hiring Practices

Many companies today still rely on outdated approaches to hiring leadership talent. They post job openings, sift through resumes, and try to find someone to fill an immediate need. But this reactive approach is no longer sufficient for attracting and securing the best leaders. Here are 10 key reasons your leadership hiring practices need to…

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Decoding the Executive Mindset: The 3 Characteristics of ALL Successful Leaders

Having a true executive mindset is a key differentiator for those who ascend to the pinnacle of leadership. It goes beyond just occupying a position…it is an entire cognitive framework that propels individuals toward remarkable achievements. When Y Scouts started in 2012, our co-founders sat down with a neuroscientist to really understand the key characteristics…

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Top 10 Books for Aspiring Leaders

One of the core values at Y Scouts is “Learning Relentlessly”. In the spirit of that value, we want to help the aspiring leaders out there level up their skills by publishing an article on some of the best books you can read if you want to improve as a leader. There are thousands of…

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Emotionally Intelligent Leadership Checklist: Do You Have These Five Traits?

five traits of emotional intelligence in leadership

Everyone wants emotionally intelligent leadership. Such leaders are the ones who can successfully manage stress, bounce back from setbacks and keep teams positive and moving forward. Through their understanding of communication, problem-solving and people management, they bring professionalism and civility to the workplace.  Emotionally intelligent leaders can bring out the best in people. They are…

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The Traits of Great Cannabis Executives

While still an emerging industry, it can sometimes be a challenge to find the best cannabis executives — but they’re out there! We’re sharing some common traits to look for when searching for the next great leader for your business.

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The Impact of the B Corp Movement Spans all Industries and Functions

the impact of the b corp movement

From the BlackRock Letter to Fortune magazine, the B Corp movement is in the news. Y Scouts is proud to be a Certified B Corp and a member of this growing community dedicated to using business as a force for good. We’re thrilled to exclusively support clients and candidates who prioritize purpose, mission, and values.…

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