Influencer

Jan 2026 Release:

The Leadership Reset – Designing the Year Before It Designs You

January is a natural moment for most people to reset priorities, recalibrate goals, and sharpen their edge for the year ahead. In 2026, leaders face rapid technological shifts (AI, automation, data-driven decisions) while still needing to lead with empathy and clarity. This edition should help leaders start the year strong - equipping them with future-focused skills, fostering team trust in hybrid workspaces, and balancing innovation with ethical responsibility. The wellness angle centres on small but powerful rituals to sustain energy throughout the year.

Leading Self | The First 90 Days of 2026: Setting Yourself Up for Leadership Wins by Xin Yuan Low
Leading Together | From Alignment to Alchemy: Turning Teams into Innovation Catalysts by Lina Lam
Leading Beyond | AI and Ethics: The Leadership Balancing Act by Steven Khu
Wellness Corner | Focus in the Age of Distraction: Mental Clarity for 2026 by Shalini Gunarajan
Visionary Voice | Charting the Leadership Landscape of 2026: Facing the New Year Full of Uncertainty and Challenges with Purpose and Hope by Dr. Eric Kung

Dec 2025 Release:

Best of 2025 – A Walk Down Memory Lane

As the year ends, we should take time to pause and reflect on what we have accomplished and learned over the last twelve months. This edition of Influencer compiles some of the highlights from previous 2025 issues.

The Best of Leading Self | Mindset Matters: Navigating Tough Conversations: Skills Every Leader Needs by Ying Yin Lee
The Best of Leading Together | Conflict Without Casualties: Resolving Disagreements by Ines Wong
The Best of Leading Beyond | Trust Capital: The Currency Every Leader Must Protect by Divya Khanna
The Best of Wellness Corner | Wellness Playbook: The Human Side of AI: Managing Digital Overload & Decision Fatigue by Leeann Dio
The Best of Visionary Voice | Leadership Reflections: Managing Transition from the Old to the New by Dr. Eric Kung
Our Bonus Read of The Year | Leadership Playbook: AI as a Leadership Tool: Enhancing Not Replacing Human Judgment by Xin Yuan Low
HD's Influencer Team | The Energy that Fuels Our Newsletter!

Nov 2025 Release:

Building Ownership and Modern Leadership Skills

This edition focuses on one of the most critical transitions in professional life: stepping up to take ownership, whether as a new employee, a first-time manager, or a seasoned leader adapting to today’s workplace. From building an ownership mindset and avoiding common pitfalls in early leadership, to bridging generational gaps and setting healthy boundaries, the articles explore practical strategies that resonate across all levels. With International Men’s Day as a special highlight, we also reflect on how men in leadership can move beyond stereotypes and lead with empathy, balance, and inclusivity.

Leading Self | From Employee to Owner: How to Build an Ownership Mindset by Munira Abdul Jalil
Leading Together | First-Time Manager’s Guide: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid by Christine Chien
Leading Beyond | Cross-Generational Leadership: Bridging Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z by Lina Lam
Wellness Corner | Boundary Management for Leaders: Saying Yes Without Burning by Cathy Wei
Special Edition (International Men’s Day) | Beyond Stereotypes: Men Leading with Empathy and Balance by Steven Khu

Oct 2025 Release:

Mental Health at Work: Beyond Awareness to Everyday Action

Workplaces have moved past simply “acknowledging” mental health. Today, the real challenge lies in embedding sustainable practices that support emotional resilience, reduce stigma, and normalize seeking help. This edition focuses on practical, behavioural, and systemic ways leaders, managers, and employees can create environments where mental health is protected as much as performance.

Leading Self | Resilience Rituals: Everyday Habits That Protect Mental Health (Self-Coaching Guide) by Ying Yin Lee
Leading Together | Managers as Mental Health Gatekeepers: What Support Really Looks Like (Step-by-step Manager’s Playbook) by Anh Nguyen
Leading Beyond | The ROI of Mental Wellbeing: Why Business Can’t Afford to Ignore Wellbeing (Thought Leadership Article) by Shalini Gunarajan
Wellness Corner | Breaking the Stigma: Conversations That Change Culture (Dialogue Guide) by Sonia Hilary

Sep 2025 Release:

The Human Side of Leadership: Behaviors that Build (or Break) Workplaces

In a world of rapid transformation, it’s not just systems and strategies that shape success, it’s behaviour. How leaders listen, respond under pressure, manage conflict, and build trust directly impacts performance, culture, and retention. This edition explores the essential leadership and workplace behaviours that make or break teams, offering practical tools and insights to turn good intentions into daily practice.

Leading Self | The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: Reading the Room, Leading the Moment (Self-Assessment & Action Plan) by Radhika Dahiya
Leading Together | Conflict Without Casualties: Resolving Disagreements (Step-by-Step Conflict Navigation Framework) by Ines Wong
Leading Beyond | Trust Capital: The Currency Every Leader Must Protect (Leadership Playbook: Do’s, Don’ts & Real Examples) by Divya Khanna
Wellness Corner | Boundaries Without Guilt: The Behaviour Shift That Saves Careers (Checklist & Reflection Prompts) by Sufiya Suhail
Quarterly Visionary Voice | Behavioural Blind Spots: How to Detect and Overcome Them for Professional and Organizational Effectiveness (Thought Leadership Essay) by Eric Kung

Aug 2025 Release:

Culture by Design: Crafting Intentional Workplaces Index

Building a thriving organizational culture isn’t about chance — it’s about intentional design. Leaders can shape a culture that embodies their core values, fosters inclusivity, and drives performance. This edition explores how you can embed values into everyday actions, align teams across diverse formats, and ensure that culture thrives in every part of the organization—from leadership to rituals. We’ll dive into creating environments where employees feel they truly belong and highlight the ethical responsibilities that leaders bear in crafting these workplaces.

Leading Self | Ethical Leadership: Cultivating Integrity in Every Decision (Reflection Journal + Decision Checklist)
Leading Together | Culture Audit from the Management Drives Lens (Interview - Sharmini Karim in conversation with Lotte Harenslak)
Leading Beyond | Dear Leaders: What We Hope You’ll Build in Tomorrow’s Culture (Dear Leaders)
Wellness Corner | Rituals That Reinforce Culture and Belonging (Article)

Jul 2025 Release:

Communication that Lands: Navigating Stakeholders with Clarity and Confidence

In today’s high-speed, cross-functional workplaces, communication isn’t just about clarity—it’s about influence, alignment, and trust. Whether you’re a team lead trying to manage upward, an HR pro building bridges between departments, or a CEO aligning global goals, effective communication and stakeholder management are the backbone of organizational success. This edition dives into how leaders at every level can shape narratives, build trust across silos, and manage competing expectations without burning out or playing politics.

Leading Self | Self-Coaching Guide (Prompts and Techniques)
Power with Words: Influencing Without Authority
Leading Together | Dual-Perspective Comparison (Team vs. Leadership Needs)
Bridging Gaps: Balancing Team and Leadership Expectations
Leading Beyond | Leadership Playbook (Do’s & Don’ts)
Collaboration Without Power Plays: Cross-Functional Influence Done Right
Wellness Corner | Reflection Prompts
Communication Overload: When Talking Becomes Draining

Jun 2025 Release:

Inclusive Leadership: Leading with Equity, Empathy & Impact

Inclusion is the heartbeat of modern leadership. It’s not just a mindset—it’s a measurable practice embedded into how we recruit, grow, and support people across the organization. This edition examines how inclusive leadership drives equity in systems, accountability in decision-making, and true belonging in culture. With Pride Month as a powerful reminder of representation and respect, we spotlight how leaders can lead inclusively—not occasionally, but continuously.

Leading Self | Self Audit Toolkit
Beyond Bias: How Inclusive Leaders Hold Themselves Accountable
Leading Together | Comprehensive Checklist
The Architecture of Access: Inclusive Learning & Development Systems
Leading Beyond | Step By Step Guide
Hiring for Belonging: Rethinking Recruitment for Inclusion
Wellness Corner | Wellness Article
Psychological Safety Isn’t a Perk, It’s a Priority
The Inclusive Lens | Leadership Insight article and Allyship Framework
Fostering Inclusion for All: Empowering Underrepresented Voices at Work

May 2025 Release:

AI & Sustainable Leadership: Balancing Innovation with Impact

AI is transforming leadership by demanding adaptability, ethical foresight, and a balance between technology and human-centric decision-making. This edition explores how leaders can navigate AI-driven workplaces, empower teams, and prevent digital fatigue while fostering sustainable leadership.

Leading Self | Self-Reflection Guide
The AI Mindset Shift: Self-Reflection for Sustainable Leadership
Leading Together | Dear Coach
Leading Humans in an AI-Powered Workspace
Leading Beyond | Leadership Playbook
AI as a Leadership Tool: Enhancing, Not Replacing, Human Judgment
Wellness Corner | Wellness Playbook
The Human Side of AI: Managing Digital Overload & Decision Fatigue
Quarterly Visionary Voice | Chairman’s Industry Insights
AI, Sustainability & The Future of Leadership

Apr 2025 Release:

The Art of Giving and Receiving Feedback

This edition delves into one of the most crucial yet challenging aspects of leadership—mastering feedback. It offers practical insights on how leaders can navigate difficult conversations with empathy and clarity, adapt feedback to suit varying performance levels, and foster a psychologically safe environment where continuous feedback is normalized and encouraged. Ultimately, it empowers leaders to build stronger, more resilient teams through open, constructive communication.

Leading Self | Mindset Matters
Navigating Tough Conversations: Skills Every Leader Needs
Leading Together | Quick Strategies
The Feedback Spectrum: Adapting Conversations for High, Mid and Low Performers
Leading Beyond | Leadership Playbook
Beyond the Basics: Why Employees Always Want More Feedback
Wellness Corner | Leadership Reflections
Managing Emotional Reactions to Feedback

Mar 2025 Release:

Empowerment in Action

mpowerment is the key to unlocking potential—within ourselves, our teams, and the broader leadership landscape. This edition explores how true empowerment is built on trust, delegation, and the ability to cultivate leadership in others. In honor of International Women’s Day, we also spotlight the importance of empowering women in leadership, celebrating growth, and driving meaningful change.

Leading Self | Mindset Matters
Overcoming the Fear of Letting Go
Leading Together | Quick Strategies & Best Practices
Empowering Teams: Building Trust and Ownership
Leading Beyond | Leadership Playbook
The Empowerment Multiplier: How Great Leaders Create More Leaders
Wellness Corner | Efficiency Edge
The Power of No: Delegating to Protect Your Energy
Leadership Insights | International Women’s Day Special Article
Empowering Women: Celebrating Leadership and Growth

Feb 2025 Release:

Leading Through the Winds of Change

In a fast-paced dynamic world, organizations face constant transformation driven by technological advancements, market demands, and internal innovation. Leaders must guide their teams through these “winds of change” by adapting, inspiring, and driving sustained progress. This newsletter outlines key principles for leading effectively through change.

Leading Self | Mindset Matters
Unlocking the Power of Momentum: How Small Steps Lead to Big Changes
Leading Together | Dear Coach
Overcoming Fear of Failure and Risk Aversion in My Team
Leading Beyond | Culture & Responsibility
Building a Culture of Resilience and Accountability During Change
Wellness Corner | Staying Well Through Change
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Visionary Voice | Leadership Reflections
Managing Transition from the Old to the New

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