A Leader’s Framework for Decision Making Reprint: R0711C Many executives are surprised when previously successful leadership approaches fail in new situations, but different contexts call for different kinds of responses. Before addressing a situation, leaders need to recognize which context governs it—and tailor their actions accordingly. Snowden and Boone have formed a new perspective on […]

Leader’s Framework for Decision Making Publication Date: November 01, 2007 Many executives are surprised when previously successful leadership approaches fail in new situations, but different contexts call for different kinds of responses. Before addressing a situation, leaders need to recognize which context governs it–and tailor their actions accordingly.Snowden and Boone have formed a new perspective […]

What Great Managers Do Reprint: R0503D Much has been written about the qualities that make a great manager, but most of the literature overlooks a fundamental question: What does a great manager actually do? While there are countless management styles, one thing underpins the behavior of all great managers. Above all, an exceptional manager comes […]

The Most Important Leadership Competencies, According to Leaders Around the World Research over the past few decades has shown us that the most important leadership qualities are centered around soft skills and emotional intelligence. But do these skills point to deeper competencies? A survey of 195 leaders from more than 30 global organizations suggests that […]

A Survey of 19 Countries Shows How Generations X, Y, and Z Are – and Aren’t – Different Publication Date: August 25, 2017 Data from 18,000 people provides a snapshot. To download this product after your purchase, simply sign-in to hbr.org and visit the “Purchases” area of your account. Note: Quantity pricing discounts will be […]

Creating Shared Value (HBR Bestseller) Publication Date: January 01, 2011 The capitalist system is under siege. Recently business has been criticized as a major cause of social, environmental, and economic problems. Companies are widely thought to be prospering at the expense of their communities. Trust in business has fallen, leading governments to set policies that […]

Managers and Leaders: Are They Different? (HBR Classic) Publication Date: January 01, 2004 This article was originally published in May 1977 and was republished in March 1992 and January 2004 as an HBR Classic. This article includes a one-page preview that quickly summarizes the key ideas and provides an overview of how the concepts work […]

Artificial Intelligence Set: What You Need to Know About AI Publication Date: April 25, 2018 What do you really need to know about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution? This specially priced 4 item set will make it easier for you to understand how your company, industry, and career can be transformed by AI. It is […]

Dream Big Academy Charter School (A) Access to case studies expires six months after purchase date. Publication Date: January 01, 2007 This case examines the leadership challenges associated with budget shortfalls in a young nonprofit organization. The school leader must decide how to close the budget gap and implement the decision. Case A focuses on […]

The First 90 Days, Updated and Expanded: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter Publication Date: May 14, 2013 The world’s most trusted guide for leaders in transition. Transitions are a critical time for leaders. In fact, most agree that moving into a new role is the biggest challenge a manager will […]