David Kahn @davidkahnphd

HR Exec | Speaker | Author — https://t.co/pksjj9dWfP Joined September 2009

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 hours ago

When situations feel predictable or you feel needed but not valued, it's probably time to walk away so you can gain a new perspective and realign your life, writes #StephanieDillon @RollingStone rollingstone.com/culture-counci…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

17 hours ago

How can organizations move from reactive mental health efforts to proactive well-being strategies? A Cambridge professor shares a blueprint for supporting teams from the inside out. mckinsey.com/featured-insig…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

21 hours ago

Team leaders hold the key to translating corporate purpose into employee commitment through regular dialogue, balanced relationships, and worker autonomy, finds @mitsmr sloanreview.mit.edu/article/the-mi…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

3 days ago

Senior leaders to understand more than just their functional deep dive. "If you only raise specialists and then you expect them to be able to move into a CEO role, they're going to have a hard time." #KathyGersch newsweek.com/kotter-preside…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

6 days ago

Can centuries-old ideas about how to live well be a guide for success in today’s world? @McKinsey #RobertRosenkranz explains why Stoic principles are as relevant as ever mckinsey.com/featured-insig…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

6 days ago

Leaders need to help employees connect the dots. @HarvardBiz presents seven steps to better communicate strategic shifts hbr.org/2025/08/buildi…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

6 days ago

For leaders, it's important to know how to leverage the unique values and perspectives of those under your wing. @Entrepreneur explores how workplaces needd to focus on ensuring employee's opinions are valued entrepreneur.com/leadership/how…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

7 days ago

Researchers from @chicagoboothrev finds that people can be reluctant to reach out for assistance because they underestimate how happy others are to comply. chicagobooth.edu/review/dont-be…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

7 days ago

By using objectives and key results, organizations can precisely align team and individual-level goals with broader targets, finds @mitsmr sloanreview.mit.edu/article/from-v…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

a week ago

Are you truly listening, or just waiting for your turn to talk? @McKinsey discusses how listening doesn’t require agreement, but it does open the door to fresh ideas and deeper understanding mckinsey.com/featured-insig…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

a week ago

Perhaps most indicative (and disturbing) of a CULTure: their relationship cycle, when they systematically recruit, indoctrinate, and trap unsuspecting workers #DontDrinktheKoolAid koolaidculture.com

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

a week ago

Are you weighed down with past successes? #ArthurBrooks @HBSWK shows how letting go of past glory can open the possibilities of life's "second curve." hbswk.hbs.edu/item/when-work…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

a week ago

A large-scale study from @mitsmr found that well-being predicts outstanding job performance sloanreview.mit.edu/article/top-pe…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

Failure-based training transforms managers into leaders who excel in high-pressure situations. Learn more about the need to focus on emotional confidence and strategic vision, as practiced by Army Special Operations, from @HarvardBiz hbr.org/2025/08/lesson…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

According to #MIT, 6% of employees report they had been disrespected in the previous 24-hour period. Learn how to avoid CULTures with #DontDrinktheKoolAid koolaidculture.com

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

“Be fearless” sets an unrealistic goal and sends the wrong message. @PsychToday discusses how "Fear better" is a better message, embracing learning how to function with fear. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stop-w…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

The winningest coaches, athletic directors, and administrators follow a few core principles to set uncompromising standards and build elite organizations. @McKinsey discusses how C-suite leaders can do the same. mckinsey.com/capabilities/t…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

With the right approach, mistakes can be the fuel for your greatest victories, finds @chicagoboothrev chicagobooth.edu/review/incredi…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

Coworkers who ask questions just to talk about themselves? It's a conversational quirk that makes people cringe, says research by #AlisonWoodBrooks @HarvardHBS library.hbs.edu/working-knowle…

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David Kahn @davidkahnphd

2 weeks ago

Most managers know they should offload more tasks but falter. In this brief video, @mitsmr reveals why many leaders are still doing everything themselves and suggests a simple mindset shift for effective delegating sloanreview.mit.edu/video/why-mana…