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Leadership is shaped by past experiences. A reflective scene explores how loss, conflict, relationships, and personal growth influence how leaders show up today

Your best leadership case study? Yourself!

October 7, 2026 • by George Kohlrieser in Brain Circuits • 2 min read

Discover how examining your own history can elevate leadership: turn experiences into trust, courage, and high‑performing teams....

Lasting change begins with small actions. The image illustrates the first step in building new habits and overcoming the discomfort of personal growth

Time for a change? Begin here

October 6, 2026 • by Alyson Meister in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Navigate change with a structured plan: identify blockers, embrace gradual steps, and build durable habits that stick....

AI can amplify your worst leadership habits at scale

Is AI scaling your worst habits?

October 1, 2026 • by Susanne May in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Could AI mirror your organization’s worst habits? Five actionable steps turn human systems into robust infrastructure with clear values and governance....

Tricky decision? Time to get out the scales

September 30, 2026 • by Dorotea Brandin in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Use the AAA framework to assess tasks and projects: 1–10 scores per criterion guide smarter, calmer workplace decisions....

person standing alone beneath a dramatic sunset sky, observing the wider landscape from a position slightly apart, symbolizing independent perspective and insight

Neither extrovert nor introvert. Why every team needs an ‘otrovert’

September 29, 2026 • by Olivia Lichtenstein in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Discover the otrovert: a new archetype who sees what others miss, asks tough questions, and helps break through groupthink....

small, deliberate steps can create momentum and help overcome procrastination

5 surprising ways to spark your motivation

September 24, 2026 • by Francesca-Giulia Mereu in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Unlock motivation with five small actions: boost focus, reduce procrastination, and finish tasks faster....

A leader navigates a maze, representing the decision traps that can prevent effective leadership decisions

How to avoid six leadership decision traps

September 23, 2026 • by Michael Watkins in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Explore six common leadership decision traps and proven remedies to improve outcomes, from precise problem framing to securing lasting team buy-in....