Growing up, my mother used to tell my brother and me: “Do as I say, not as I do.” That didn’t work out any better for her than it probably does for anyone else. For decades, many business managers ...

It’s not uncommon for managers to take a prescriptive approach to leadership by providing team members with specific instructions on how to accomplish tasks. Unfortunately, this can stifle creativity, ...

On a global scale, we're in a leadership crisis - at least according to 86% of respondents to the Survey on the Global Agenda. Yet, there is hope for different kinds of successful leadership in the ...

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What determines the success or failure of a company often comes down to the effectiveness of its leadership. But every leader leverages their own leadership style to try to achieve the best results.

The “quiet coach” leads through intentional observation, careful listening and thoughtful questions. Their strength lies in guiding others to find their own solutions. This leadership style is ...

Education is the key to unlocking opportunities and breaking the cycle of inequality. Yet, education leaders working in underserved communities face a daunting task as they confront disparities that ...

Leadership coaching can work really well in some cases and not so well in others. It all depends on a few factors and if your company is ready to make the leap. One tactic to get better is leadership ...

We are a team of writers, experimenters and researchers providing you with the best advice with zero bias or partiality. There’s a saying in business: “employees don’t quit their jobs, they quit their ...

Leadership models come in many forms, but the "quiet coach" style is a modest and often overlooked approach. This technique does not depend on public declaration, emotional speech or intimidating ...