Amy Blustein

A while back, I met with the head of an incredible non-profit in Rhode Island. The work they do – providing food and other essentials for those who are homeless or housing challenged – is truly impactful. At one point, I said to him, “You seem to be operating ‘below the fold’ right now. Is that intentional?” (If you’re not familiar with the term, “below the fold” comes from newspapers – it refers to the stories placed below the physical fold of the page, where they are less immediately...

“Visibility” has become one of those catch-all goals. Leaders want more of it. Organizations are told they need it. Teams are tasked with creating it. But very few people stop to define what it actually looks like when it’s working. Because visibility isn’t just about showing up more. It’s about showing up with clarity, consistency and purpose. Here’s what good visibility looks like in practice: A leader whose voice is clear and recognizable Strong visibility starts at the top. When a...

I look at business leaders and think, You have so much knowledge. So much insight. So much to share. But many hesitate. Sometimes they aren’t sure how to share their perspective. More often, they’re not sure they’re allowed to. Let me say this clearly: permission granted. Your experience matters. Your perspective matters. And when you share it thoughtfully and unselfishly, you can help others understand a problem more clearly. The best thought leadership isn’t about promoting...