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Personal Development

What skills to develop to best hold your role as a manager or leader? What tools to rely on? What subjects to put into practice?

Failing by Design

Rita Gunther McGrath

De-dramatize failure to encourage initiative taking.

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How the UK's Royal Marines Plan in the Face of Uncertainty

Arnoud Franken, Chris Paton, Simon Rogers

How the Royal Marines reconcile order and improvisation to take effective action in unforeseen situations in the field.

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The Hidden Advantages of Quiet Bosses

Adam Grant, Francesca Gino, David A. Hofmann

A study that shows the assets of introverted leaders, notably in a participative management situation.

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How to Lead Consultants to Exceed Expectations

Gordon Perchthold, Jenny Sutton

It is when the client feels responsible for the project and gets involved in the relationship with the consultants that transformation projects have the best chance of success.

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A Little Thanks Goes a Long Way

Adam M. Grant, Francesca Gino

Explaining why expressions of gratitude motivate prosocial behavior.

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How to Pick a Good Fight

Saj-Nicole A. Joni, Damon Beyer

Capitalize on conflicts to reinforce support.

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The Six Mistakes Executives Make in Risk Management

Nassim N. Taleb, Daniel G. Goldstein, Mark W. Spitznagel

Knowing the limits of your risk prevention systems helps you not being caught short by unpredictable crises.

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Unlocking the potential of frontline managers

Aaron De Smet, Monica Mcgurk, Marc Vinson

First-level managers have a considerable impact on company results and customer satisfaction. It would often be useful to reinforce the margins of maneuver they have to coach their teams.

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How to Be a Good Boss in a Bad Economy

Robert I. Sutton

Remaining attentive to your staff in times of crisis.

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Should Business Leaders Apologize? Why, When and How Apology Matters

Linda Stamato

An analysis of the risks and benefits of apologizing in the business world.

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