The answer lies in focusing on and delivering against such outcome-oriented metrics as optimized working capital, improved ...

In an era where the human elements of leadership matter more than ever, mastering your “vocal presence” isn’t just an ...

Find new ideas and classic advice on strategy, innovation and leadership, for global leaders from the world's best business and management experts.

We're an independent commercial research unit within HBR, conducting research and comparative analysis on important management challenges and emerging business opportunities. Contact us at ...

It’s up to leaders to prove they have benevolent intentions—especially when using the technology in management decisions.

How she lifted cosmetics from a cheap accessory to a luxury item during the Great Depression. In the early 20th century, Helena Rubinstein defied gender, class, and cultural expectations to become ...

A conversation with Columbia Business School’s Adam Galinksy on honing your style. What does it take to really energize people and motivate them toward a goal? Inspirational leadership might ...

It’s now been five years since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and the sudden upending of the way workplaces functioned around the world. In reflecting on this anniversary, there’s one ...

A conversation with INSEAD professor Christoph Senn on what to do if your CEO is either overly involved—or not involved enough—in deals. A CEO’s involvement in B2B sales deals, while often ...

A conversation with entrepreneur Marc Zao-Sanders on his favorite productivity tool. There are all kinds of productivity tools out there promising to help you make the most of your day. Some ...

Your data is only as good as how you interpret it. Fueled by the promise of concrete insights, organizations are increasingly prioritizing data in their decision-making processes. But that process ...

We’ve all been there: We’re talking to someone and then realize they’re not actually listening to us. Sometimes it’s obvious, like when someone is scrolling through their phone while you ...