by Lisa Sisson | Jul 14, 2025 | Leadership
There are moments in life when we decide to step forward—to lead a team, to become a parent, to care for another life.From the outside, those decisions often look noble or even aspirational. But what’s often missing in the conversation is the weight of that choice.For...
by Lisa Sisson | Jul 8, 2025 | Leadership
When Care Isn’t Enough It’s easy to miss.In an executive meeting, it sounds like: “Why don’t they just get onboard and get the job done.”Or within a team: “Leadership made the call—we just have to deal with it.”It slips into email threads, offhand comments, project...
by Lisa Sisson | Apr 21, 2025 | Boards & Executives
Why Our Systems Might Be Creating the Very Risks We’re Trying to Prevent Somewhere along the way, leadership took a wrong turn.In the rush to become “compliant,” “efficient,” or “risk-ready,” many organisations built layer upon layer of systems, tools, and frameworks....
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 24, 2025 | Leadership
We have embraced technology as the backbone of our work, our play, and even our identity. It powers our businesses, secures our finances, and connects us across the globe. Yet, the very tools we rely on are being weaponised against us—by cybercriminals, unethical...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 17, 2025 | Leadership
The Next Chapter of Humanity Is Unwritten—But Leadership Holds the Pen Have you ever found yourself deep in conversation about the future of humanity—not just where we’re headed, but who is leading us there?That was exactly the discussion I had recently. And with all...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 10, 2025 | Case Study
Part 1: Leadership Dynamics and Strategic Decisions In mid-2024, Paramount Global and Skydance Media announced an USD8 Billion merger, forming a new entity, “New Paramount.” This bold move aimed to address Paramount’s financial challenges, reduce debt, and secure a...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 3, 2025 | Leadership
The Hidden Dynamics of Teamwork Have you ever been part of a high-stakes project with tight deadlines, interdependencies, and a team counting on one another to pull through? Everything seems to be on track, except for one glaring issue: a team member isn’t pulling...
by Lisa Sisson | Jan 27, 2025 | Leadership
A Crossroads for Global Leadership Some moments don’t just shape history—they define it.Right now, the world stands at a pivotal crossroads. With the United States turning inward once more, its strategic shift will send ripples across economies, alliances, and global...
by Lisa Sisson | Jan 20, 2025 | Leadership
What does it really mean when someone says, “It’s not personal, it’s just business”?At first glance, it might seem harmless—a convenient way to rationalise tough decisions without carrying the emotional weight. But let’s peel back the layers. What’s driving this...
by Lisa Sisson | Jan 13, 2025 | Case Study
A Leadership Journey at a Crossroad: Tim’s Story at InnovaNet Solutions Setting the Scene: Ambition Meets Opportunity Tim, in his early thirties, was a rising star in sales with a track record that fuelled his confidence and ambition. Recently promoted to a team...
by Lisa Sisson | Jan 6, 2025 | Case Study
At Unearth, we believe that real-world case studies are among the most powerful tools for learning and growth. Leadership, culture, and organisational challenges are rarely one-dimensional; they are complex, layered, and deeply human. Through our case studies, we aim...
by Lisa Sisson | Jan 3, 2025 | Leadership
2024 has been a year of stark reminders for organisations, with high-profile failures highlighting the profound consequences of poor leadership. From outsourcing responsibility to prioritising profits over people, these lessons emphasise that leadership is defined by...
by Lisa Sisson | Oct 14, 2024 | Boards & Executives
In many organisations, risk management tends to sit comfortably with a dedicated team, often seen as the guardians of compliance—ticking boxes, producing reports, and presenting assessments for leadership to approve. It’s easy to see risk management as external,...
by Lisa Sisson | Sep 30, 2024 | Leadership
Disillusionment. It’s a heavy word, carrying the weight of unfulfilled expectations, broken promises, and the slow erosion of trust. In both schools and the workplace, it often begins small, a passing moment or observation. But left unchecked, it grows into something...
by Lisa Sisson | Sep 23, 2024 | Boards & Executives
Imagine trying to use a band-aid on a severed artery. It sounds absurd, yet this is exactly what many business leaders are doing when it comes to disengagement. The signs are all there—low productivity, high absenteeism, communication breakdowns, and dissatisfied...
