Authenticity

A candid Q&A with Michael Lynton and Joshua L. Steiner on what they’ve learned about recovering from failure.

When we allow friendship and work to coexist, performance and happiness rise.

An HBR Executive Masterclass with Muriel M. Wilkins.

Many leaders follow a “hero’s journey” that leaves them with new skills, relationships, commitment to work, and desire to improve systems for the next generation.

Nine examples of when being yourself puts your reputation at risk.

Don’t make high-stakes decisions without a clear moral compass.

The famed Italian architect talks about finding inspiration, managing creative talent, bridging cultures, and staying innovative in his eighties.

Being authentic isn’t always the same as being effective.

Three new books offer advice on how to be more courageous.

Strategies to subvert, counter, or sidestep assumptions and biases that may pose barriers to advancement.

The risks of overconfidence—and five ways to rebuild your credibility.

To reach your full potential, first identify—and then map out—as many elements of your identity as you can.

How to keep your positive attitude from becoming excessive or dismissive.

How to cultivate a deeper sense of self-worth.

Six steps to address the problem and change the dynamic.

Observations from three experiments and a review of more than 55,000 Instagram posts.

How to overcome self-consciousness and let your authentic self shine through.

Advice for both individuals and decision-makers.

How leaders need to think and act now

Research suggests that boosting a colleague’s accomplishments alongside your own will help you signal both competence and good intentions.