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Working for a leader who always changes their mind is a maddening yet common experience. When the strategy is perpetually changing, it’s challenging to be enthusiastic about the strategy du jour. When rework is viewed as inevitable, high effort is difficult to justify. A leader who constantly changes their mind will often leave behind an emotional wake of resentment. While you can’t control your boss’s behavior, five strategies can help you decrease the number of unwelcome pivots.

Not getting a promotion you were promised can bring up a whole host of feelings, from frustration to resentment. In this article, HBR’s advice columnist Amy Gallo answers a question from a reader who is facing this situation and offers advice and resources for how to work through their disappointment while keeping their career growing.

A leader so furious with his self-absorbed boss, considers quitting the company. He asks his coach to help him manage himself & defuse his triggers.

Advocating for resources goes beyond the act of getting a “yes” to acquire more tools, personnel, or funds. It represents a deep commitment to your team’s success. It shows those you lead that you’re someone who understands their challenges, values their efforts, and is willing to champion their needs. Plus, with more resources at your disposal, your team can work more efficiently, innovate more effectively, and deliver higher-quality results, directly contributing to the bottom line. In this article, the author offers tips to help you make a compelling case.

Agreeing with your boss (or your boss’s boss) usually feels easier, but it’s often better to voice your disagreement. Here's how to do that.... 42 comments on LinkedIn

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Lessons from science—and the people who were able to sway Steve Jobs

Tom Henschel