Leaders who fail to listen ultimately find themselves surrounded by silence. You don't get chosen to take charge unless you give good answers. You won't be able to make change unless you ask good questions. Learning depends on making it safe for people to tell you the truth.

Being a workaholic doesn't drive productivity. It's a recipe for languishing. Having fun isn't an enemy of efficiency. It's fuel for finding flow. Play isn't a reward for finally making it through your to-do list. It *belongs* on your to-do list. ted.com/talks/adam_grant_how…

The irony of "soft skills" is that they're often the hardest to master. Leadership, communication, collaboration, creativity, and adaptability may not be technical, but they're increasingly vital. Behavioral, social, and emotional skills are what make humans indispensable.

The future of work is hybrid. 32% never want to go back (esp women w/young kids) 21% never want to be remote (esp singles, empty nesters) To prevent disparities and promote collaboration, where possible, have teams coordinate days onsite vs. remote. hbr.org/2021/05/dont-let-emp…

Ignoring feedback limits learning, but accepting it can compromise authenticity. Not all criticism is equally constructive. A key to growth is to separate the wheat from the chaff. The most useful feedback comes from knowledgeable sources who are trying to make our work better.