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Why is Everyone a Thought Leader Now?

Why is Everyone a Thought Leader Now?

Smith alumni share why so many professionals are now filling their feeds with ideas, insights and experiences

It’s Time to Redefine the Confident Leader

It’s Time to Redefine the Confident Leader

Arrogance is so passé. There are better ways to demonstrate competence and capability at work

The Business Case for a Good Night’s Sleep

The Business Case for a Good Night’s Sleep

Of all the things you do to build your career, a solid slumber might be the one that matters most

Are Bad Visuals Holding You Back?

Are Bad Visuals Holding You Back?

Pretty presentations, clear charts and functional figures aren’t just matters of esthetic preference. They can impact your work

Eight Books to Read This Summer

Eight Books to Read This Summer

Smith School of Business professors offer up some of their favourite reads for the cottage (or anywhere else)

How to Craft a Cringe-Free Personal Brand

How to Craft a Cringe-Free Personal Brand

Spelling out why you’re awesome may feel crass, but it can help you stand out to employers, peers and clients

How to Have a (More) Productive Day

How to Have a (More) Productive Day

Endless interruptions, a lack of focus time and all those emails keep us from getting stuff done at work

One Word to Better Feedback

One Word to Better Feedback

You ask colleagues to critique your performance and get nothing. Here’s how to flip the script

The Simple Way to Be More Persuasive

The Simple Way to Be More Persuasive

Trying to convince a client? Your colleagues? The best way to build an argument is with less, not more

Solving the Second Shift Problem in Bangladesh

Solving the Second Shift Problem in Bangladesh

New research helps women entrepreneurs juggle life at home and at work

Provoke! How Leaders Can Shape the Future

Provoke! How Leaders Can Shape the Future

A discussion with bestselling business author Steve Goldbach

Are You Ready for Live Presentations Again?

Are You Ready for Live Presentations Again?

Pitching on Zoom isn’t the same as in-person. Here are five steps to get back into live-presentation shape

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