Leadership
Speaker Mike Johnson’s ‘Profiles in Courage’ Moment
Yale SOM leadership expert Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and co-author Steven Tian write that the House Speaker displayed rare courage in learning on the job and defying extremists in his own party—and draw historical parallels to an ideological conversion that changed the course of the Cold War.
Three Questions: Prof. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld on CEOs Taking a Stand after Parkland
Should for-profit corporations be taking a stand on a hot-button political issue like guns? Prof. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld argues that businesses need to not just respond but to lead.
CEOs Are Finding Courage in the Post-Parkland Moment
In the wake of the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida, Prof. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld writes, a wave of outrage is prompting CEOs to acknowledge their duty to the public and stand up to the NRA.
Three Questions: Dr. Heidi Brooks on What Olympic Athletes Can Teach Us about Leadership
We asked Yale SOM’s Heidi Brooks, an expert on leadership and a passionate amateur athlete, what business leaders can learn from top athletes.
How Do Leaders Foster Engagement and Creativity?
What happens if leaders ask for and model a work culture of mutual inspiration and support?
When An Empty Board Slot Is Dangled Before You, Look Before You Leap
Yale SOM's Jeffrey Sonnenfeld writes that asking a few simple questions can help a potential board member avoid an unhealthy corporate culture.
Three Questions: Prof. Rodrigo Canales on the Broken Promise of DACA
Prof. Rodrigo Canales answers questions about what the DACA policy has meant to its recipients and the benefits of immigration to the U.S. economy.
Three Questions: Prof. Zoe Chance on Responses to Sexual Harassment
Women around the world are sharing their experiences with workplace sexual harassment and abuse. Professor Zoë Chance explains the research on the subject and suggests ways that both women and male allies can take action to create lasting change.
When Should CEOs Take a Political Stand?
After a group of top business leaders resigned from presidential advisory panels, Yale SOM’s Jeffrey A. Sonnenfeld discussed the conundrum faced by leaders of public corporations who take seriously their role as citizens.
Ken Frazier: The Strongest Man in the World
Yale’s Jeffrey Sonnenfeld calls on business leaders to meet the test of character and civic leadership by following through on their stated convictions.
What are the Returns from Women Investing in Women?
Patricia Lizarraga of Hypatia Capital Group explains how the firm succeeds by investing in women.
