- In her new book, Yale School of Management professor Marissa King explores the topographies of three network models and the networking styles of their builders.
Building a culture of learning at work
February 3, 2021 by Adam GrantHow leaders can create the psychological safety for people to constantly rethink what’s possible.Related tags: best practices, culture, feedback, organizational learning, personal development, psychologyDo you really want a CEO to be a role model?
January 12, 2021 by Theodore KinniCaveat emptor is as relevant to leadership as it is to consumer products.Related tags: career development, culture, human resources, leadership, neuroscience, personal developmentDo people work better without a crowd?
November 30, 2020 by Ben LyttletonWhat we can learn from athletes performing in empty stadiums.Related tags: crisis response, personal development, productivity, resilience, talent development, workplace stressRevealing leaders’ blind spots
April 29, 2020 by Joan Shafer, Adam Bryant, and David ReimerThere is very little overlap between the management areas leaders think they need to improve and the weaknesses identified by those they lead. Reconciling these differences will improve leaders and their organizations.Related tags: ceo, communication, leadership, management strategies, performance reviews, personal developmentHow to unleash creative thinking
January 13, 2020 by Amy Murphy and William DugganWith presence of mind, you can free your brain to create flashes of insight.Becoming your most charismatic self
November 27, 2019 by Theodore KinniSome people may be born with charisma, but it turns out managers can train themselves to become more compelling leaders.Related tags: career development, ceo, charisma, corporate leaders, influence, leaders, leadership, personal development, psychology, successThawing the frozen middle
November 26, 2019 by Carol Stubbings, Darren Homer, and John FrancisAs businesses put trillions of dollars into digital transformations, they need a plan to ensure that middle management is helping make the most of the investment.How being a cancer survivor has shaped my leadership coaching
November 14, 2019 by Josie ThomsonListening to your inner voice and understanding why you want to lead can help you become a better manager.Top shelf picks: Best Business Books 2019
November 5, 2019Writers at strategy+business pick the year’s best books in seven categories.Past performance is no guarantee of future results
October 18, 2019 by Theodore KinniLessons from the past may be the only available guide for navigating the present and future, but CEOs need to take them with a grain of salt.2019 summer reading: 10 business books
July 1, 2019A selection of books perfect for your commute — or the beach.Related tags: book reviews, engagement, human resources, innovation, management, personal developmentWhat it’s really like to be a public speaker
June 19, 2019 by John K. CoyleIf you’ve thought about taking your expertise out on the road, here are some things to know before setting off.Learn to pivot like a dolphin
June 3, 2019 by Adam KahaneGet yourself unstuck by paying close attention to cues and experimenting until you figure out what’s needed of you.How to create happier employees
May 20, 2019 by Laura W. GellerProfessor Jochen Menges on the ways companies can develop well-being initiatives that genuinely make people feel better.Related tags: employee engagement, employee trends, human resources, motivation, personal development, young profsHow to be confident when you’re not
March 27, 2019Two strategies to help you be a more self-assured leader. For further insights, read “How to regain your confidence when it falters.”Related tags: leaders, leadership, leadership development, management, management ideas, personal development, psychologyHow to regain your confidence when it falters
March 18, 2019 by Jesse SostrinTwo reflective strategies can help you manage dips in self-assurance and be a more effective leader. See also “How to be confident when you’re not.”Related tags: leaders, leadership, leadership development, management, management ideas, personal development, psychologyFive Ways Companies Can Give People a Good Work Experience
February 18, 2019Workers today want careers that fit their values, are enjoyable, and contribute to society. Here’s what business leaders can do to deliver on this idea of “good work.” For further insights, read “Good Work.”
Good work
February 18, 2019 by Bhushan Sethi and Carol StubbingsToday’s employees want jobs that are intrinsically rewarding and that fit their values. And though the meaning of work is different for each person, companies that act now to address these demands will gain a lasting competitive advantage. See also “Five Ways Companies Can Give People a Good Work Experience.”Leaders Should Focus on Human Dignity at Work
November 28, 2018 by Theodore KinniConflict resolution expert Donna Hicks explores the poorly understood and underutilized power of dignity.How to Fail the Right Way
November 20, 2018Improvising in a structured manner will help ensure big bumps in the road don’t throw you completely off course. For more insight, read “How to Fail Successfully.”Related tags: collaboration, failure, feedback, global perspective, personal development, psychology, team management, teamsHow to Fail Successfully
November 20, 2018 by Adam KahaneWhen problem solving breaks down and you have to wing your way forward, you might think you’ve failed. But a disciplined response can get you back on track. See also “How to Fail the Right Way.”Related tags: collaboration, failure, feedback, global perspective, personal development, psychology, team management, teamsTop Shelf Picks: Best Business Books 2018
November 5, 2018Writers at strategy+business pick the year’s best books in seven categories.How to Deal with “Difficult People”
October 19, 2018Three ways to work across deep divisions. For more insight, read “There’s No Such Thing as Difficult People.”Related tags: collaboration, communication, dialogue, difficult conversations, personal development, team management, teamsThere’s no such thing as difficult people
October 19, 2018 by Adam KahaneA shift in mind-set can enable us to improve our working relationships with those we struggle with. See also “How to Deal with ‘Difficult People’.”Related tags: collaboration, communication, dialogue, difficult conversations, personal development, team management, teams
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