Leadership (Brain Circuits)

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Bricklayer to architect: Seven transitions for leaders

April 23, 2026 • by Michael Watkins in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 5 min read

Understand the seven major changes in leadership mindset and capabilities required for successful transition to enterprise leadership, as detailed by Michael D. Watkins....

How to maximize your social media impact

April 16, 2026 • by Prashant Saxena in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

Are you investing heavily in a strong leadership presence on social media but have no idea if it’s paying off? If so, use the proof, people, and place trifecta to deliver breakout results....

Three ways in which CFOs can drive digital transformation

April 15, 2026 • by I by IMD in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 4 min read

How CFOs can lead digital transformation by focusing investments, aligning strategy with execution, and embracing agile planning to drive resilience and growth....

Three tools to break the deadlock in high-stakes negotiations

April 10, 2026 • by Anna Cajot in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

Anna Cajot draws on the experience of former FBI agent Joe Navarro to overcome an impasse when you're locked in critical talks....

Are you mired in meeting madness?

March 31, 2026 • by Dorotea Brandin in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

Since COVID-19, one trend has silently taken over the way we work. What used to be quick exchanges have become scheduled calls, and leaders and teams find themselves juggling double- or triple-bookings....

Competitive identity: Your hidden lever in a transition

March 26, 2026 • by Sophie Hazi, Arturo Pasquel in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 4 min read

Considering a career transition? Begin by identifying your unique values and strengths. Sophi Hazi and Arturo Pasquel guide you through the process....

Searching for your first board role? Start here

March 17, 2026 • by Jennifer Jordan in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

To transition into the boardroom, you need a brand, a unique board proposition, and a governance mindset - but you also need to consider the value you add and the cultural fit...

5 ways to reconnect with your inner child in the workplace

February 24, 2026 • by Francesca-Giulia Mereu in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

Our previous brain circuit on this subject explored what your inner child can do for you, such as take risks or look at a situation differently. Here are five ways to reconnect...

Why your personal brand matters

February 18, 2026 • by Cindy Wolpert in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

How people engage with you is shaped by your brand. If you are known to be reasonable, pragmatic, and strategic, they will want to work with or for you. But if you...

Is it time you went back to beige?

February 12, 2026 • by Francesca-Giulia Mereu in Leadership (Brain Circuits) • 3 min read

Beige gets a bad rap from brand consultants, but when you’re stressed, it’s hard to think clearly: you need to return to neutral first. To reset your nervous system, try going back...

Are you embracing or avoiding conflict?