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Increasingly, prominent thinkers in the field of leadership studies like Marcus Buckingham are challenging traditional notions of leadership. Their research suggests that presenting leadership as a list of carefully defined qualities (like strategic, analytical, and performance-oriented) no longer holds. Instead, true leadership stems from individuality that is honestly and sometimes imperfectly expressed.

Lean In

Sheryl Sandberg

To be productive, I avoid responding to communications as they come in.

5 Things I Avoid to Stay Ridiculously Productive

Corey Fradin

■ Meditation. After I pour my cup of coffee each morning, I will meditate for one minute. ■ Exercise. After I take off my work shoes, I will immediately change into my workout clothes. ■ Gratitude. After I sit down to dinner, I will say one thing I’m grateful for that happened today. ■ Marriage. After I get into bed at night, I will give my partner a kiss. ■ Safety. After I put on my running shoes, I will text a friend or family member where I am running and how long it will take.

Atomic Habits

James Clear

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