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Power Dynamics

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Organizations

Bias in Organizations May Not Just Come from the Top

Leaders can face bias from their staff, too. A new study shows that male teachers are more likely to leave schools that are led by women.

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Leadership

Take 5: Fine-Tuning Your Powers of Persuasion

From understanding power dynamics to telling a memorable story, here’s how to sell your ideas.

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Strategy

How the Wrong Team Can End Up with Too Much Power in an Organization

Employee incentives that made sense at the time can lead to problematic power dynamics.

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Organizations

Take 5: How Power Dynamics Shape Our Behavior

Power—or the lack of it—impacts everything from snack choices to economic growth.

Illustration of power corrupting and causing unethical behavior
Leadership

How to Help Prevent the Powerful from Abusing Their Privilege

High expectations for ethical behavior can keep powerful people in line.

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Marketing

Understanding Power Dynamics Will Make You More Persuasive

How powerful you feel affects the messages you convey—and the ones you want to hear.