Stephen B. Young

Sep 18, 2024 | computing.co.uk | Stephen B. Young

The threat from ransomware is growing with the sophistication of the attacks – and technical ability of the attackers – constantly challenging the security measures implemented by businesses striving to protect their systems and data in an increasingly hostile cyber environment. It's no longer a case of if a business is attacked, but when, and, at that point, how ready is the business to recover effectively and efficiently from such an attack?

Jun 19, 2024 | startribune.com | Stephen B. Young

Opinion editor's note: Star Tribune Opinion publishes a mix of national and local commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. ••• President Joe Biden has proposed a cease-fire in the war between Hamas and the Jews of Israel. However well-intentioned, no cease-fire will lead to peace in the Holy Land. Since 1948, neither military power nor diplomatic encouragement has brought about reconciliation between Palestinians and the Jews of Israel.

Mar 1, 2024 | salemnews.com | Stephen B. Young

This winter I have yet to use my cross-country skis and the nearby pond often has a pool of water on top of thin ice. I grew up in the ‘60s and ‘70s and spent the winters playing pond hockey most weekends as well as sledding in the snow. I grew up in a climate that was similar to that of my parents and many, many generations before me. We are now in a new climate and the disappearance of snow is part of this new climate. Memories are one thing, but scientific studies create a clearer picture.

Feb 14, 2024 | startribune.com | Stephen B. Young

Opinion editor's note: Star Tribune Opinion publishes a mix of national and local commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. ••• Sunday was the first day of the lunar Year of the Wood Dragon. The previous Wood Dragon year was 1964.

Feb 14, 2024 | diversityjournal.com | Stephen B. Young

By Stephen YoungMany thanks to Profiles in Diversity Journal for asking for perspectives on my latest book, The Power of Evolved Leadership. At its heart, the book takes a scalpel to many of the dusty cliches and aphorisms that have guided leadership practices for decades. In part, the book suggests redirecting the use of ill-defined metaphors and common practices and replacing them with clear and actionable applications.