Guest Thinkers — February 16, 2011

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Gladwell. (2002). The tipping point: How little things can make a big difference.

Connectors, mavens, and salesmen. These are the folks you want as your allies. These people may or may not be in positions of formal leadership. Don’t invite individuals to help facilitate change because of position or title. Invite them because others listen to them!

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Business

Meetings can really suck. Here’s how to fix that

Organizational scientist Steven Rogelberg discusses the common meeting mistakes leaders make and how they can change course.

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Business

The great rebalancing: Why careful change management is essential as AI transforms our worklives

AI can deliver a more equitable and prosperous future — if accompanied by ethical and responsible stewardship.

Gertrude Bell, a formidable traveller, archaeologist and diplomat, defied the action fallacy by challenging conventional wisdom and achieving remarkable success in her endeavors.

Business

The “action fallacy” tells us that the most effective leaders are unseen

We rightly celebrate Winston Churchill as one of the world’s greatest leaders — but for all the wrong reasons.

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Business

How dynamic leaders retain top talent and future-proof their teams

Really smart people don’t just demand intellectual engagement — they need the opportunity to learn and create something special.

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5 “belonging rules” to help the “moveable middle” thrive

Every organization has a power block of dutiful but unappreciated talent. Here’s an effective plan for engagement.

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