Leadership
Becoming Assertive

Becoming Assertive

When most people hear that someone is “assertive,” their first thought it to equate this with bossiness or pushiness. However, assertive behavior is a great means to not just getting what you want, but working out a mutually-beneficial solution. The best way to explain this is with a story. I am a regular around my...
The Inspiration of Keith Boykin

The Inspiration of Keith Boykin

Today I had the distinct pleasure and honor of hearing a true oratory master give a speech with such shocking poignancy that it took me off guard. As you may know, I’m in law school, and we often have interesting speakers (Antonin Scalia, Alberto Gonzales, Stephen Breyer, Arthur Miller, etc.) come and speak on a topic....
Study Finds Humble Leaders Lead Best

Study Finds Humble Leaders Lead Best

A study by Bradley Owens at the University at Buffalo School of Management found that “leaders who are open with their feelings and keen to learn and grow are better liked and perceived as more effective.” The study asked 55 leaders in various capacities and levels to describe how humble leadership plays out in their field:...
Think Charisma Makes Leaders? Think Again

Think Charisma Makes Leaders? Think Again

When people think of great leaders throughout history, many of them jump to call them charismatic. According to Stanford Business School professor Jim Collins, charisma is not even an equation in the personality traits of great leaders. While some of them might have charisma, this is certainly not the most important part of the equation...