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Yahoo
24 minutes ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Is This The Right Time For Lemieux To Buy Back Penguins?
There is one name that will forever be synonymous with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He saved the franchise on multiple occasions. He's one of the greatest players in NHL history. And he mentored and helped shape one of his fellow greatest players in NHL history in Sidney Crosby.
Washington Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Malaysia's first professional violin maker carves out a rare craft
SELANGOR, Malaysia — Hunched over his workbench, Tan Chin Seng shaves the wooden top plate of a violin, removing thin layers with slow, deliberate strokes. The work is meditative, out of the public eye. For Tan, transforming raw wood into a violin is a labor of artistry and love. The 45-year-old is Malaysia's first professional violin luthier, or maker of string instruments like violins, cellos and guitars. Over the past decade, he has earned international accolades. Now he mentors a new generation of makers in a field still little-known in Southeast Asia.
UAE Moments
3 days ago
- Business
- UAE Moments
♋ Cancer Daily Horoscope for July 16, 2025
You're feeling emotionally charged today, Cancer, but in the best way possible. The Moon's alignment with Mercury helps you express your feelings clearly—something you often struggle with. If you're in a relationship, take this time to have a heart-to-heart conversation. Single? Don't shy away from social events; someone could be silently observing your warmth. Career & Ambitions You may receive unexpected recognition for something you did quietly weeks ago. Don't deflect the attention—own your moment. It's a favorable day to pitch ideas or ask for that feedback you've been waiting on. A female mentor or colleague may play a key role today. Finance & Money Matters You're in a reflective financial mood. It's a good time to review your spending habits, especially on subscriptions or conveniences that no longer serve you. Think sustainability over splurges—your future self will thank you. Health & Wellness Your energy is fluctuating, and while you're emotionally high, your body might be feeling the opposite. Hydrate and give yourself room to rest. A short walk near water or greenery can help recalibrate your mood. Social Life & Mood You're craving deeper, more meaningful connections. Choose quality over quantity today—surround yourself with people who value your sensitivity and emotional intelligence.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bobby Flay Reveals Which Chef 'Has Been Asking to Compete For Years' on One of His Shows
Bobby Flay Reveals Which Chef 'Has Been Asking to Compete For Years' on One of His Shows originally appeared on Parade. In a recent Instagram Q&A, spilled all kinds of behind-the-scenes tea about currently airing culinary competition show BBQ Brawl, including who is clamoring to be a mentor on the show. Over the years, BBQ Brawl has had many chefs as coaches/mentors on the show — Flay, Michael Symon, Eddie Jackson, Jet Tila, Sunny Anderson, Michael Voltaggio, , , and the late Anne Burrell. The judges since season two have been Chef Rodney Scott and Chef Brooke Williamson, plus TV personality Carson Kressley. But it turns out Williamson has been dying to compete on the asked by a fan, "Who else would you like to be a competitor coach?", Flay replied, "[Chef Brooke Williamson] has been asking to compete for years. Should we give her a chance??" Perhaps season 7 should be boyfriend vs. girlfriend since Flay and Williamson went public with their relationship earlier this year. The other secrets Flay spilled about BBQ Brawl include: Q: "How do you feel about your chances [this season]?"A: "My team is really talented this season. I think we will be tough to beat, but there are a handful of competitors on the other two teams that are very capable of winning. Should go down to the wire." Q: "What's the best way to get a crispy skin on non-battered chicken when grilling?"A: "Very low grill, skin side down and be patient. It could take close to 20 minutes slowly letting the fat render away. Then flip it over to finish cooking the meat."Q: "Have you ever used jackfruit as a meat substitute?"A: "Honestly, I haven't. It's really not my approach to cooking. I don't like meat 'substitutes.' If I want a vegetable- or starch-forward dish without meat, I make it about that vegetable as the focus." Q: "What has been the best part of being on this season of BBQ Brawl?"A: "I always love cooking with people I haven't cooked with before. I learn something every episode. Also, I love the playful trash talk with Maneet and Antonia. They're both really fun." Q: "Is that a real town or is it a set?"A: "It's an outdoor set outside of Austin, TX. They also do weddings and big events. It's called @starhillranch." Q: "Would you ever have a BBQ Brawl with regular home chefs?"A: "I believe BBQ Brawl is so popular because the people competing are so talented. The technique takeaway for the viewer is what brings people back to watch."Q: "What is the most difficult equipment to BBQ on?"A: "Smokers. There are so many variables. It takes a very experienced cook to nail it." Q: "Hamburger and hot dog buns should be lightly grilled, yay or nay?"A: "I always like a little toast on my buns. Love that contrast of texture." Q: "What's a good BBQ-themed name for a cat?"A: "Smokey….obviously." BBQ Brawl airs Sunday nights at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Food Network. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Bobby Flay Reveals Which Chef 'Has Been Asking to Compete For Years' on One of His Shows first appeared on Parade on Jul 7, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Forbes
09-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Other Leadership X Factor: Inspiring Hope
Camille Nicita, Entrepreneurial Business Leader, Advisor, Mentor and Board Member. In business, leadership is often measured by target outcomes: increased revenue, operational efficiency, shareholder value. Leaders are expected to deliver results and navigate complexity with calm confidence and resonant clarity. As a result, the skills of strategy, decisiveness and accountability are sharpened through frequency and experience. But there's a powerful, often-overlooked leadership skill that can be a differentiator in creating sustainable success—hope. Distinguishing Hope Hope is different from optimism. Optimism is a general belief that things will turn out well. Hope is about believing that a better future is possible, accompanied by capability and pathways to achieve it. It's proactive and it is outcome-rooted. Hope blends goal orientation, the ability to identify routes forward and a deep sense of agency. Hope is a psychological asset that is key to human motivation. Without it, humans stagnate. Teams that have hope are more resilient in adversity and more committed to longer-term goals. Higher engagement and improved well-being are tangible benefits of hope. In staunch business terms, elevated hope equates to the potential for elevated performance. Yet, in both boardrooms and leadership development programs, hope remains largely missed and underdeveloped. Why Hope Is Often Overlooked So, why don't leaders instill hope as a practice? Part of the answer lies in how leadership is traditionally educated. Many executive training programs emphasize hard skills such as analysis, execution, risk management and control. Emotional intelligence and the soft skills necessary to inspire hope are often seen as part of culture or talent management, rather than leveraged as strategic assets. Many leaders are uncomfortable with ambiguity. Hope requires acknowledging uncertainty while still charting the course forward. It involves emotional investment: listening, reframing, validating and motivating people to focus on both today and the future. Too often, leaders spend their time reacting to the demands of today, while hope often requires an intentional focus on the future. Lastly, genuine hope does not sugar coat; it admits to present challenges and illustrates how today's actions can shape a brighter tomorrow. The Business Case For Hope Recent global research by Gallup cites hope as a dominant need in today's business environment. In the workplace and beyond, people desire a reason to believe in something larger than themselves, and successful leaders are adept at unlocking hope for their followers. When leaders inspire hope, employees begin to see meaning and possibility in their work. They're more willing to take initiative, support their colleagues and remain with the organization during tough times. Let's take organizational changes such as mergers, restructurings and technological advancements as examples. These events can create uncertainty, which often leads to a drop in morale. In these moments, a leader who can communicate a compelling vision of the future, and how the team can get there, has a huge advantage. Yet this isn't just about surface messaging; it's about modeling belief in the team's capabilities, aided by communicating consistently and repeatedly. Hope also fuels organic innovation and longer-term thinking. Both require risk, and risk requires belief in value creation. Teams that are hopeful are more likely to feel psychologically safe, demonstrate resilience, experiment more often and get creative. How Leaders Can Leverage Hope Effectively When deployed with finesse, hope is seen as a boon to individuals and the organization as a whole. Here are a few ways leaders can begin to integrate hope into their leadership toolkit: A meaningful vision for the future, grounded in purpose and clearly articulated by leadership, creates a foundation for hope. People desire to know what they are working toward and why it matters to the organization and key stakeholders—including themselves. Linking the vision to daily execution provides context and clarity of action. Dedicating mind space to a future orientation may not come naturally. Purposefully carving out time will be necessary. Practice creating and communicating narratives that balance today's truisms with tomorrow's opportunities. Be deliberate about when and how hope gets inserted into both broad company communications and more intimate, one-to-one dialogue. Inspiring hope takes practice, and simple mental checkpoints can foster mastery. When leaders walk the talk by demonstrating authentic belief in the organization now and in the journey ahead, that confidence begins to permeate the organization. This doesn't mean discounting reality; it means being honest about challenges and highlighting the team's strengths to overcome them. It means cultivating enthusiasm for the future. When hope is being built around a long-term goal or future vision, celebrating small wins provides a sense of movement and momentum. A focus on measurable, 'next best action' is a strategic tactic to make larger goals feel manageable and to garner both excitement and accountability against progress. Providing autonomy to make decisions and shape outcomes is a key tenet of creating an environment fueled by hope. This enables people to see themselves as active agents in moving the company forward. Involve teams in idea generation and creating solutions, and determine appropriate avenues to socialize their contributions. The more people feel they can influence their own success, the more hope they'll have. As a leader, drawing on hope is most essential in times of change or when conditions are difficult. Painting a picture of the way forward and then remaining visible, calm and communicative builds trust and cultivates stability. Being accessible and open to input reinforces to others that 'we are in it together.' Hope As The X Factor In an age of disruption and accelerated change, hope may be one of the most underutilized leadership tools. Mastering the art of inspiring hope involves understanding your team's current needs and proactively creating pathways for future possibilities. Hope isn't about blind positivity; it's about instilling a belief that the future can be better and rallying others to contribute to making it so. For leaders who aim to do more than just manage—to truly inspire, build and lead through transformative times—hope is your differentiator. 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