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A leader is more than just a boss; a leader motivates and inspires. Learn the skills and traits that every good leader should have so you can generate enthusiasm from your team and help your employees be the best they can be.

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Understanding Charles Handy’s Management Theory and Culture Model
By Max Freedman | October 08, 2026
Charles Handy's culture model identifies four types of organizational culture and can help business leaders understand how structure and leadership shape the workplace.
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Time to Get Deep: Why CEOs Need to Embrace Mindfulness
By Julie Thompson | October 02, 2026
By incorporating mindfulness, CEOs can improve decision-making and reduce workplace stress.
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What Is an Environmental Scan?
By Ken Gosnell | October 02, 2026
This four-step environmental scan can help CEOs gain a competitive edge and stay proactive about the future of their business.
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The Psychology of Organizational Change: How Neuroscience Can Help Leaders
By Jennifer Dublino | October 02, 2026
Enact meaningful change in your organization using neuroscience-backed methods.
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The Influence of Leadership Styles: How Givers and Takers Match Up
By Sean Peek | October 02, 2026
Workplaces are full of givers, takers and matchers. What are the pros and cons of each leadership style?
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In the Can: 5 Types of Presentations Every CEO Needs to Have
By Julie Thompson | October 02, 2026
Be prepared to speak for your company in crucial situations.
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Want to Support a Charity? Qualities Businesses Should Seek Out
By Max Freedman | September 23, 2026
Here are the criteria business leaders can use when choosing which charities to support.
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CIO vs. CMO: Who Owns What?
By Jennifer Dublino | September 10, 2026
Businesses invest heavily in marketing technology. But who controls the budget and has decision-making power?
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The worst CEOs of all time — who are the most hated CEOs?
By Julie Thompson | September 09, 2026
It's easy to idolize certain CEOs and admire their drive to innovate. But some have gone way off course.
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C-Suite Job Titles: What Do They Really Mean?
By Adam Uzialko | September 04, 2026
The number of C-suite titles has exploded lately — here's what each of these executives does.
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Business Decision-Making: Gut Instinct or Hard Data?
By Sean Peek | September 04, 2026
In business, decisions matter. Should you trust your gut or rely on hard data?
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Best Leadership Books for Small Business Owners
By Sean Peek | September 04, 2026
Gain inspiration from world-renowned authors and business experts.
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5 Ways Emotional Intelligence Predicts Your Success
By Tom Anziano | September 04, 2026
Business leaders with high emotional intelligence enjoy many advantages over others and are often more successful.
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Executive Cars: Guide to the Best CEO Cars
By Miranda Fraraccio | April 21, 2026
Discover 10 of the best vehicles for CEOs, along with how each one reflects different leadership styles and priorities.
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Here’s What Employees Actually Want From a Leader
By Julie Thompson | March 02, 2026
Cultivate the skills and qualities needed to ensure employee trust and commitment.
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10 Key Considerations to Make When Selling a Business
By Sean Peek | January 29, 2026
Here are some important elements to keep in mind before selling your company.
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5 Proactive Ways to Prevent Quiet Quitting
By Elizabeth Veras | January 22, 2026
Employers are worried about quiet quitting, but they can prevent their employees from feeling like they need to in the first place.
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How to Be an Inspirational Leader
By Sean Peek | December 18, 2025
These are the steps to take to become an inspirational leader.
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Silence Is Golden at Work, BRIEF Lab’s Founder (Quietly) Explains [Full Q&A]
By Tina Nazerian | December 11, 2024
An interview with Quiet Works author Joe McCormack
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Former FBI Spy Recruiter’s Trust-Building Tips Are Straight Outta Quantico (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | December 05, 2024
An interview with Unbreakable Alliances author Robin Dreeke
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Obama Speechwriter Terry Szuplat Wants to Change Your Next All-Hands Presentation [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | September 09, 2024
The author of Say It Well breaks down the art of persuasion for business leaders.
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Why Real Authenticity (Not the LinkedIn Version) Is “Messy” [Full Q&A]
By Antonio Ferme | August 22, 2024
Our interview with leadership coach and author Valerie Garcia
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Whole Foods Co-Founder John Mackey Talks Selling to Amazon and What Excites Him Now
By Tess Barker | May 20, 2024
Our full Q&A with the legendary former grocery chain CEO and author of The Whole Story
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What’s the Difference Between a Tough Boss and a Toxic One? (Full Q&A)
By Jane Meggitt | May 14, 2024
An interview with Toxic Leaders and Tough Bosses author Teresa A. Daniel
Dan Lyons The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut
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Dan Lyons on “The Power of Keeping Your Mouth Shut”
By Lauren Vino | April 10, 2024
Silence is golden.
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Master of Change Author Brad Stulberg Wants You to Learn “Rugged Flexibility”
By Carolyn Neuhausen | February 14, 2024
Life will give you some lemons. Here’s how to squeeze ’em.
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Prevent Unethical Choices by Asking Yourself These 9 Questions
By Steven Rogelberg | February 14, 2024
Listen to your conscience … and these helpful hints.
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Should Companies Take Stances on Social Issues?
By Chad Brooks | January 03, 2024
75% of workers say it’s important for their employers to take clear positions on social issues like racism, gender equality, and even recent wars.
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Why the Ninja Turtles Are a Perfect Team to Emulate in Business
By Antonio Ferme | November 16, 2023
How to form a TMNT C-Suite.
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Myths of Leadership Author Jo Owen: How COVID Shifted Management (Full Q&A)
By Antonio Ferme | July 10, 2023
And why remote workers might be at a huge disadvantage over peers in the office.