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Leading Up: Five Ways to Manage Your Boss with the Army’s Mission Command

By Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Charles Faint, Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Throughout my 27 years as an officer in the U.S. Army, and especially during assignments in the Special Operations community, I learned from some of the greatest leaders in modern U.S. history. Many of these individuals rose to the highest levels of our armed forces and, later, the business world. In addition to having a consistent “mission first, people always” mindset, one more attribute these leaders had in common was they knew how to “lead up.” They understood how to manage their relationship with their boss, especially regarding their boss’s expectations. Read More +

Faculty-Recommended Media List

By Thayer Leadership, Monday, June 10, 2024
It's that time of year again—the eagerly awaited release of our annual Faculty-Recommended Media List! If you're searching for the perfect books, movies, TV shows, or journals to dive into this summer, look no further. Discover the media our faculty turn to for leadership inspiration and elevate your summer experience. Read More +