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The Best Leadership Books of 2023

Leading Blog

From Sun Tzu to Julius Caesar, the ancient Israelites to Zelensky, there’s a bold and highly effective tactic seen throughout history—when leaders want to motivate their troops for success, they destroy all opportunities for retreat, and go all-in on the mission.

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Levers of Organization Design: A book review by Bob Morris

First Friday Book Synopsis

Levers of Organization Design: How Managers Use Accountability Systems for Greater Performance and Commitment Robert Simons Harvard Business Press (2005) Eloquent and Essential Practicality Unlike subtitles of so many other recently published business books, the one for Levers of Organization Design correctly identifies its author’s primary objective: (..)

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How to Work with a Bad Listener

Harvard Business Review

Are there tactics you can use to encourage your colleagues to listen better? Earlier in Ash Norton’s career, she worked with a colleague — whom we’ll call Nancy — who had difficulty paying attention. Should you talk to them about their poor listening skills? What’s the best way to deliver the message?

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