Leadership

The story of the first Black woman granted a medical patent underscores the value of novel perspectives for innovation.

When we rely on machines to make decisions, we substitute data-driven calculations for human judgment.

Babson’s Rob Cross discusses how to identify collaborative dysfunction — and then improve it.

Stephanie Creary discusses the practices that underlie positive workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion outcomes.

Cognitive budgeting can help employees at all levels be more intentional about where they direct their mental energy.

Deconstructing jobs into tasks reframes the talent problem from one of supply to one of demand.

Well-formulated performance feedback can dramatically improve relationships, job commitment, and employee engagement.

Articulating an emotionally engaging higher purpose for their companies helps leaders drive innovation.

Megan Reitz shares insights on managing in an era of employee activism.

Incivility isn’t just about the office jerk. It’s also about dysfunctional employee relationships.

Employees are demanding that companies engage in social issues. Leaders need to be ready to respond.

Data analysis reveals the top reasons behind the Great Resignation and actions managers can take to reduce attrition.

A transportation and logistics company CEO discusses using AI to deliver biologics and vaccines safely and efficiently.

Work assignments can be powerful tools to propel employees’ growth when assessed and used deliberately.

MIT SMR’s expert contributors weigh in on the skills and strategies managers should embrace in the year ahead.

These five articles from the MIT SMR library offer leadership insights to take into the new year.

The year’s top articles offer insights on driving cultural change, combating burnout and fatigue, and managing teams.

Recruiting and retaining talent in a turbulent market, boosting profits and customer loyalty with charitable giving, and harnessing customers’ “brand admiration.”

In this webinar, Ishit Vachhrajani of AWS offers expert advice on becoming a data-driven business.

Day Two of MIT SMR’s Work/22 symposium included discussions of workplace culture, good jobs, and employee development.