The Fawn Response: Why the Smartest People in the Room Go Silent
Have you ever left a meeting furious at yourself for going along with something you knew was wrong? Or watched a talented colleague completely fold in front of a powerful leader? That's not a character flaw. That's fawning — and it might be the least understood dynamic in communi ...Show more
The Kids Are Alright: Leadership Lessons from the Next Generation
This week I sat down with three high school seniors — including my daughter — who are co-chairing a major fashion show fundraiser at their school. My goal was to understand how they were thinking about/embodying leadership. I expected them to show up enthusiastically and willing ...Show more