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Leading in the Flow of Work

Mary Haasdyk Vooys

Summary.   

Conventional wisdom holds that leadership can be developed through extensive study and training. Many organizations invest a tremendous amount of time and money in programs that teach executives how to influence, inspire, and coach others; build trust; have crucial conversations; give feedback; change people’s behavior; and more. Many aspiring leaders comb through books, attend seminars, and seek out mentors, all in an effort to understand leadership’s intricate nuances.

A version of this article appeared in the January–February 2024 issue of Harvard Business Review.

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