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Some Thoughts on Communication
Communication is one of the main ways leadership shows up in everyday work. Whether we

Leadership Starts Earlier Than Most People Think
In many research environments, leadership is associated with a formal role. A title changes, a

Assertiveness is Not Aggressiveness
Assertiveness is often misunderstood. It’s not about dominating a conversation or overpowering others. Instead, assertiveness

Reflect. Lead. Repeat.
Leadership often brings with it a lack of clarity — not just about the performance

Decoding Roles…
We all take on different roles in our daily lives, whether as leaders, team members,

Beyond the Tug-of-War: Rethinking Negotiation for Better Outcomes
Negotiation often feels like a tug-of-war, with each party holding firm to their positions, leading

Enduring Leadership Excellence
Leadership often evokes images of goals achieved, challenges conquered, and teams united under a shared

Finding Solutions in Conflict
Conflicts are a natural part of our work as researchers. However, the way we approach

Emotions Are Data, Too
When I say this to the 200 or so managers and researchers I teach every year, they

Qualities of Excellent Leaders
What truly defines an excellent leader? Having spent years working in various leadership roles, including

The Magic of Conflicts
Effectively managing a conflict starts with accurately identifying its source. Leaders who can diagnose issues

Four Keys to Unlocking Motivation
Once I facilitated a ½ day workshop on leadership at the 1st Post-Doc Days at the Institut