Many executives believe authority becomes more effective when it is unmistakably visible. The surface-level reasoning seems persuasive. If dominance is obvious, the organization should align more quickly. In practice, overt dominance can create the very opposition leaders hope to avoid. The stronger the display, t… Read More

Most people believe that productivity is personal. If they try harder, they expect better results. But that is not always what happens. Many people put in effort and still fail to complete meaningful tasks. This creates confusion. The real issue is simple. Productivity is not just a trait. … Read More