Comic books
The OODA Loop: Your “Lasso of Truth” for Enhanced Decision Making
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What makes Wonder Woman such a fierce warrior? We can chalk it up to her royal lineage or her upbringing as the princess of the Amazons, but it really
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The One Way to Constructively Defuse an Argument
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Constructive conflict is a healthy part of any organization. Deprived of it, we end up with a lack of innovation, status quos are not challenged, necessary
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Jason Bourne on Unethical Amnesia
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Why does a leader act unethically? Are they pervasively corrupt? Do they lack a moral foundation? Are they generally depraved? If people were so predictable
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Books
Tarzan on the Need for Autonomy
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Whenever I watch a Tarzan movie or read one of the many books, there is always a part of me that wonders why the antagonist doesn’t just leave Tarzan alone.
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John Quesada on Enhancing Your Situational Awareness
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Early in a leader’s career, there is often an attempt to emulate the leaders they admire. This is beneficial when using their example as a jumping off
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Dory on Improving Your Memory
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Last week, I had the good fortune of attending a company’s midyear recognition ceremony. It was your typical workplace event until the CEO took the stage
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Storm on Meteorological Moods
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Leaders are always on the lookout for ways to enhance their ability to influence others. Typically an exercise in introspection, leaders are smart to consider
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golden-state-warriors-four-lessons-on-finding-your-competitive-advantageAssessment
Golden State Warriors’ Four Lessons on Finding Your Competitive Advantage
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Every leader is looking for a competitive advantage. We analyze business models, speak with consultants selling “the next big thing,” and delve into industry
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Weekender: Dan Trachtenberg on Collaboration
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Welcome to another edition of leadersayswhat’s the Weekender, a clover of thought to start your weekend on the right track. Why just a clover (versus an
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Craig Ferguson on Informed Deconstruction
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When I speak with newly hired leaders, I find myself advising them to avoid bashing their new company. This may seem counterintuitive, but it is actually quite common.
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