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Sure, you could just argue with them. But if you have to work together, here are more productive ways for everyone to win.
Of all the bad bosses out there, one of the most common–and most painful to work for–is the one who’s plagued by doubt. Here’s how to deal with them.
They’re not being a jerk on purpose, and if you can understand what motivates them you’ll find a better way to co-exist, and maybe even thrive.
Should you always be looking for another job, never make a lateral move, or be sure to stay at a job for two years? There's a lot of conflicting advice out there. HBR's Amy Gallo helps you sort the myths from the facts.
"There is no excuse. Creativity has to be at the forefront.” If not, one day you'll wake up and discover your competitors have the edge.
Web3 promises to make the internet more decentralized and democratic — but there are lots of unknowns that could cloud that utopian vision.
You may think of your career as a ladder–straight up, or down–but a better analogy might be a rock climbing wall, where going sideways or even backwards can be how you find your unique route to the top.
Hamdi founded the Greek yogurt company in 2005, and has since led it to see explosive growth. He's been a champion of various social issues, in particular support for global refugees.
Gregory Hayes is CEO and chairman of Raytheon Technologies, and offers a unique view on what it means to be running an aerospace and defense giant at a time when the whole world is fixated on the war in Ukraine.
Spataro is one of the leaders of Microsoft’s ambitious research into the future of work, and he talks about how the tech giant thinks we’ll be working in the years and decades ahead.
Harvard Business School professor Linda Hill, the author of “Being the Boss” and a researcher of global strategy and agile organizations, gives her thoughts on adapting to meet the demands of the new work environment.
We’ve all heard a version of this at some point in our lives: “Don’t talk about money — it’s rude.” But is it really?
Ever feel like your brain has run out of ideas? Here’s how to break out of a creative rut.
I can watch TikToks for hours. I’ve even made a few. But what is it like to make them for a living?
I want to get constructive feedback and grow from it, without getting upset. Is that too much to ask.
I can attend protests and sign petitions all day long, but in the end, it’s the attorneys working in public interest law that will help turn the changes I want to see into realities.
Many of those working from home during quarantine are now being asked to return to the office. But how do you talk to your manager if you don’t want to go back in?
Giving feedback can be tricky and awkward, especially if you’re conflict averse. How do you give feedback that’s empathetic yet effective?
Emotions are running raw during the pandemic. How should we manage our difficult feelings, especially at work?
To many people, strategy is a total mystery. But it’s really not complicated, says Harvard Business School’s Felix Oberholzer-Gee.
Rumor has it that having hobbies can actually make you happier, less stressed, and more creative. But is it actually true?
On paper, consulting seems like the perfect gig. But there’s got to be more to it, right?
There’s a lot of advice out there about resolutions. Here are our tactics—backed by research—for actually taking them on.
Being a museum curator is all about helping artists bring their ideas to life — but it’s not always easy.
Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, leads a company that has been on the front lines of pandemic challenges.
Hoffman, now a partner at Greylock Partners, says innovators must ignore hype to identify new technologies with real traction. It starts by envisioning how they might shape the future.
Speicher explains how design thinking can help guide us to new ways of collaborating as we rethink work and the workplace in a post-Covid world.
Brewer, CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance and one of only two Black female CEOs of Fortune 500 companies, says inclusion and equity are about making employees feel seen and heard.
Paul Hudson, head of one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies, says leaders need to sit back and listen more often.
Indra Nooyi has ideas for evolving the corporate world, including how we think about talent and improving how we treat all workers.
Few people have more insight than Nadella into how teams collaborate and innovate successfully.
Just agreeing with your boss (or your boss’s boss) feels easier, but it’s often better to voice your disagreement. HBR's Amy Gallo shows how.
As some of us head back to the workplace, we’re going to confront something we haven’t in a while: other people. It’s going to tire you out. Here’s how to cope.
While some managers may be inclined to let employees choose their own schedule, Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom strongly recommends against this for two very important reasons.
Here’s how to figure out if it’s time to move on to the next phase of your career--and if it is, how to do it right.
This is not a side issue: it’s time to adopt a more systematic, coherent approach to D&I.
I am fascinated by coding. Seriously, how does it even work? And what is it like to be the person behind the code — a software engineer?
What does it take to become a professional photographer (and maybe even get your photos noticed by Beyoncé)?
Research shows that negativity causes us to shut down, stop communicating, and cease being helpful to others. But thriving—the mental state in which people feel a sense of vitality and learning — blunts negativity’s toxic effects.
Real inclusion means your employees feel included, involved and accepted at work. (3 of 3)
Many diversity and inclusion efforts in the workplace fall short of helping employees feel like they belong — and why this matters. (1 of 3)
As workplaces take tentative steps towards a new normal, social psychologist Heidi Grant shares best practices for interacting when some are in the office and some are remote.
Diversity does not always translate to inclusivity. How to ensure that your efforts are making your employees feel like they belong. (2 of 3)
Despite the great potential of relocating for work, geographic moves present several possible drawbacks. (2 of 3)
Today, Bitcoin consumes as much energy as a small country. This certainly sounds alarming — but the reality is a little more complicated, says Nic Carter, whose firm invests in public blockchain startups.
In these unprecedented times, corporate leaders’ principles are being put to the test. The best, says former Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly, are rising to the challenge.
2020 was a rough year. And the start of 2021 doesn't feel like it's getting any easier. So how do you stay focused at work?
China is achieving a new level of global competitiveness, thanks to its hyper-adaptive population.
NFTs are all over the news. We decided to take a closer look and figure out just what this bitcoin-adjacent technology is — and whether it's worth the hype.
Loneliness at work is a major predictor of burnout. But how do you turn co-workers into genuine friends?
How can an understated watch brand stand out against flashier, gem-encrusted offerings in China?
Loneliness at work is a major predictor of burnout. But how do you turn co-workers into genuine friends?
Loneliness at work is a major predictor of burnout. But how do you turn co-workers into genuine friends?
When Apple was smaller, it may have been reasonable to expect leaders to be experts on pretty much everything going on in their organizations. However, they now need to exercise greater discretion regarding where and how they spend their effort.
When Steve Jobs arrived back at Apple in 1997, he laid off general managers of all business units and combined disparate functional departments into one functional organization.
A huge digital transformation is gaining speed, and to succeed firms must focus on their digital core.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top infectious disease expert in the U.S., returns to HBR Now to discuss the latest coronavirus surge, his expectations for a more effective vaccination roll-out, and when we can expect to restart our normal lives.
Ken Frazier, CEO of Merck, is one of only four Black CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. He talks about his new initiative to close the opportunity gap for Black Americans and Merck’s own journey in the race to develop a vaccine.
As more people get access to a Covid-19 vaccine, organizations are facing an opportunity for a real reset.
Mariana Mazzucato, who has been called “one of the three most important thinkers about innovation.” is urging all of us to seize the moment and remake a more fair, just, and equitable world for all.
PayPal CEO Dan Schulman's company is at the leading edge of both stakeholder capitalism and financial innovation.
Here’s how to know if you’re making enough time for happiness, and what to do if you’re not.
Everyone says to “be authentic” or “just be yourself” at work. But what does that really mean, and why does it matter?
We speak with Chuck Robbins, CEO of Cisco Systems, on the future of work, on how American business can get back on track, and on the challenges of leading through crisis.
One week after a contentious U.S. election, we speak with Harvard political philosopher Michael J. Sandel about making sense of what’s happening in America.
It never hurts to be prepared for the worst. Especially when it comes to losing your job.
On election day in the U.S. we talked with Harvard Business School's Frances X. Frei to discuss how we can best navigate the emotional and personal challenges of this moment.
It’s the least fun social platform, but the most important for your career. Here’s how to make LinkedIn work for you.
Unhealthy competition is at the root of political dysfunction. A famous business framework can help identify the best ways to fix it.
When we look back at 2020, what will we have learned after a global health crisis, a national reckoning around racism, and a divisive election?
Disagreements between work colleagues can get even more uncomfortable and tricky to navigate when you can’t work them out in person.
You may have wondered how to say no to a not-so-great request from your boss. Here’s how.
The meeting is almost over and you’ve been too nervous to say anything. We feel you. Here’s what to do.
First, realize there’s a difference between acting tough and actually being mentally strong.
We often try to push away stress, fear, and anxiety. But success doesn't depend on rejecting these emotions — we can thrive because of them.
How will the crisis affect the career paths of today's workforce. What are the new opportunities, and how can you write your own script for success?
There’s a huge amount of productivity systems and time management strategies out there. But what actually works, and why?
The CEO of Pfizer says his company is working to get a vaccine to the masses as quickly as possible — including those in disadvantaged and vulnerable communities.
Even though we can’t be physically together during the pandemic, is it possible to communicate more effectively through the grid like haze of video chats and virtual meetings?
Which country is responding best to the global crisis, and is the era of globalization dead?
Why do many companies fail to create and sustain diverse workforces, even when they make it a priority?
Strengthening democracy is the only way to ensure the survival of free-market capitalism.
It may seem like a softball, but it's actually the toughest job interview question. Here's how to nail it.
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi CEO, Dr. Rakesh Suri, says the first step in leading his team was to slow down, take a deep breath, and align his team with a shared vision for action.
Predicting the path ahead has become nearly impossible, but we can speculate about the size and scale of the economic shock.
How can we best take care of ourselves while we get through this pandemic? And how can we set ourselves up to thrive afterward?
Companies can design better products by looking at the jobs that customers are struggling to do. Learn how in this video slide deck.
They can be a source of competitive advantage and growth. Download a customizable version of this video slide deck here.
Michael Porter and Jim Heppelman explain how augmented reality will change how we work.
Learn how leaders can develop an "adaptively authentic" style in this video slide deck. Download a customizable version here.
New ventures are searching for a business model, not executing one. Download a customizable version of this video slide deck here.
Jobs are changing rapidly, and the question now is not whether people have the right skills; it's whether they have the potential to learn new ones.
Irene Yuan Sun explains why Africa could be the world's next great manufacturing center.
Even if you work within a company, these 5 strategies can help you make the most of your talents.
These six tactics create productive conflict with a focus on issues, not personalities.
If your employees are underperforming, it could be a result of your own low expectations. Learn how to reverse the vicious circle in this video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber Exclusives.
Can AI really help you be more creative? We paired IBM's AI with an expert chef and a kitchen novice to see how humans and machines could work together. Here's what happened.
You can achieve wins in four domains of life at once–work, family, community, and self—following Friedman’s Total Leadership process. Learn how in this video slide deck. Download a customizable version here.
Thomas Lee, MD explains how ideas from Michael Porter and other business thinkers could fix healthcare.
iRobot cofounder Helen Greiner has moved on to found a drone company. When we visited, she said, "I can't think of an industry that shouldn't be thinking about their drone strategy." Watch now.
Making the leap from unit-level manager to company-level executive requires some key changes to your leadership style. Learn what they are in this video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber
Companies may be profiting, but they're not investing those profits in long-term growth.
Next time you're deciding about a big investment, NPV can help you make a more informed decision.
Emotional intelligence sets great leaders apart from the rest. Learn to recognize it in yourself and others with this 7 minute video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber Exclusives.
Reclaim up to one day a week for your most important work with this video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber Exclusives.
75% of organizations struggle to implement strategy. Improve your odds of success with this 7-minute video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber Exclusives.
Organizations waste too much time - see how Bain helps them manage it like money in this 10-minute video slide deck. Download a customizable version in Subscriber Exclusives.
Vijay Govindarajan, professor at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, explains how to create a new business while optimizing an already existing one.