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30% of Leadership Traits Are Inborn, but 70% Can Be Learned

4/4/2025

"There is a lack of strong leaders in Baltic"—whether discussing business, public administration, or the social sector, this phrase is often heard. We also frequently hear about the so-called "leadership gene," supposedly possessed only by the chosen few. However, modern science suggests that leadership is not a biological fate but rather a skill that anyone can develop. The idea of a "leadership gene" is a myth we should leave behind.

Why the Gender Pay Gap Affects Everyone?

3/23/2025

According to data from the Central Statistical Bureau, Eurostat, and Figure Baltic Advisory, women in Latvia currently earn approximately 17% less in total annual wages than men when analysing the "unadjusted" pay gap, which does not account for gender-neutral factors influencing salaries (such as job positions). Is this merely a statistical interpretation or an uncomfortable truth? Many argue that this gap exists because women choose lower-paid professions or are less effective at negotiating salaries than men. However, if this were the case, why does the pay gap persist even in jobs of equal value or identical positions?

Encouraging Employees to Return to the Office: Is It Necessary and How to Do It?

3/20/2025

Currently, the job market is seeing strong calls for a full return to in-person work, creating a growing divide between employer and employee perspectives on remote work. While companies increasingly focus on encouraging employees to return to offices and motivating in-person work, employees see remote work as a crucial factor when choosing a workplace. Notably, this preference is not limited to younger generations.

Flexibility, Empathy, Risk-taking, Conflict Resolution – Do Modern Leaders Need to Be Superheroes?

2/14/2025

Today’s organizational leaders operate in an era of continuous change and challenges, where they must adapt to uncertainty, lead diverse teams, and stay focused on strategic goals. Leaders are expected to demonstrate high emotional and social intelligence, effective communication skills, the ability to resolve conflicts, reduce employee stress and burnout, and lead with empathy and transparency. They must be flexible, able to make decisions in uncertain conditions, and use technology to enhance efficiency. At the same time, leaders face the pressure of attracting and retaining talent, building trust within teams, and achieving a balance between work and personal life to keep employees motivated and valued.