Remember when leaders could sidestep taking a stand on sensitive political or social issues by saying, “The business of business is business”? That aloof neutrality no longer cuts it, says
Enterprise tech companies usually grow by investing in a costly sales and marketing operation, suffering through long, expensive sales cycles. Eventually, if it works, their software is adopted “top down”
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Storytelling is an important leadership skill, and executives who want to succeed should master five types of narrative: Vision stories, which inspire a shared one; values stories that model the
Julie Devoll Welcome to today’s HBR Quick Take. I’m Julie Devoll, editor for special projects and webinars at HBR. Today we’re speaking with Aaron Green, who is the chief marketing
By Aaron Green In today’s competitive landscape, employees are what set organizations apart. Their unique skills, experiences, and contributions help companies innovate, compete, and grow. Due to the pace at
Have you ever been in a bad employment situation but couldn’t bring yourself to leave? Nearly every client tells me about trauma they experienced at work, whether it’s an unsupportive
Some consumer experiences are best when they’re solo — but new research shows that people will forgo a high-quality experience in order to share it with a partner or loved