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062: Flexible Thinking: 5 Ways Great Leaders Inspire Better Decisions

Engaging Leader

I’m worried that we’ll lose money on this deal, but I’m excited about being the first in this market.” Give voice to your ambivalence. Specifically name two emotions you feel that seem to be conflicting. Encourage team members to share their feelings (not just their rational thoughts).

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Breaking Up the Retail-Price Confusopoly

Harvard Business Review

The Conversation Blogs The Conversation Breaking Up the Retail-Price Confusopoly 8:25 AM Tuesday November 30, 2010 by Joshua Gans | Comments () Email Tweet This Post to Facebook Share on LinkedIn Print This years holiday shopping season improved somewhat over last year with sales likely to top $11 billion.

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