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Think Outside The Building
Rosabeth Moss Kanter on not only thinking outside the box, but thinking outside the building.
Roaring Out of Recession
Professor Nitin Nohria on how companies come out of a recession stronger than ever.
Values Investing
Rosabeth Moss Kanter weighs in on how businesses can benefit from thinking broadly about society.
Negotiation? Auction? A Deal Maker's Guide
Know what factors to examine to make the right choice.
Culture Clash: The Costs and Benefits of Homogeneity
An economic theory on the effects in mergers and acquisitions.
Leadership in a (Permanent) Crisis
When the economy recovers, a different mode of leadership will be required.
The Big Shift: Measuring the Forces of Change
Traditional metrics don't capture the challenges and opportunities in store for companies.
Making Mobility Matter
Rotating up-and-coming leaders through functions and units can sharpen their general management skills.
From Regional Star to Global Leader
How to shed biases and win over colleagues—while energizing the organization.
Picking the Right Transition Strategy
A tool to help match leadership strategy to a new business environment.
How Not to Lose the Top Job
Building relationships and defusing situations on your way to the corner office.
How GE Teaches Teams to Lead Change
Applying the principles of a change-management program.
Five Missteps to Avoid in Volatile Times
There's far less uncertainty about what companies should not do in unstable times.
A Sense of Urgency
Preview "Laying the Groundwork for Change," a chapter from John Kotter's book.
Putting the Service-Profit Chain to Work
Building customer satisfaction and loyalty while assessing impact on profitability and growth.
Where Will We Find Tomorrow's Leaders?
Look beyond stereotypes to find leaders who can unleash a group's collective genius.
Building a Leadership Brand
Success comes when your leadership team embodies the promises your company makes to its customers.
The Leadership Team: Complementary Strengths or Conflicting Agendas
What characterizes your executive team—complementary strengths or conflicting agendas?
Lift Outs: How to Acquire a High-Functioning Team
Hiring a whole team can be a better move than acquisition—if you follow a proven plan.
When Should a Leader Apologize—and When Not?
Most leaders overestimate the cost of public apology and underestimate its benefits.

