Understanding Leadership - Harvard Business Review The would-be analyst of leadership usually studies popularity, power, showmanship, or wisdom in long-range planning But none of these qualities is the essence of leadership Leadership is the
Top 25 Leadership Books - store. hbr. org 25 OF THE BEST LEADERSHIP BOOKS TO READ Reading books teaches us to empathize with others, feel more confident in taking educated risks, and establish a habit of lifelong learning, according to HBR author Peter Bregman – all of which are essential skills for leaders The best leadership books help you to increase your personal effectiveness, lead your team to excellence, and make strategic
What Makes a Great Leader? - Harvard Business Review Linda A Hill is the Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration and faculty chair of the Leadership Initiative at Harvard Business School, the author of Becoming a Manager, and a
Empathy Is a Core Leadership Skill - Harvard Business Review Many leaders dismiss empathy as an optional, “touchy-feely” skill But failing to demonstrate it can lead to low morale, poor retention, and a culture where people withhold ideas and concerns
5 Principles of Purposeful Leadership - Harvard Business Review Hubert Joly is the former chairman and CEO of Best Buy, a senior lecturer at Harvard Business School, and the author of The Heart of Businesss: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism