Article Audio: Your Reading List, Delivered
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 408
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Spotting the Signs: How to Identify Ineffective Leadership, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores common signs of ineffective leadership that consultants and managers can learn to identify. The article outlines several red flags that indicate poor leadership compet…
00:14:00 |
Mon 28 Jul 2025
Accommodating All Minds: Designing Inclusive Work Environments for Neurodiverse Talent, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article discusses the importance of embracing neurodiversity and accommodating neurodivergent individuals in the modern workplace. The article argues traditional workplaces assume a si…
00:17:34 |
Sun 27 Jul 2025
Toward an Updated Model of Engagement: How Worker Activation Impacts Men and Women's Discretionary Commitment, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article proposes an updated model of employee engagement that takes a more nuanced view of how gender impacts commitment levels. Traditionally, engagement models have viewed employees …
00:16:32 |
Sat 26 Jul 2025
Facing Toxicity: Navigating Harmful Leadership, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores principles and strategies for constructively confronting toxic leadership in organizational settings. Toxic leaders plague every industry through detrimental behaviors…
00:14:56 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
Why Women Score Higher Than Men in Most Leadership Skills, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article examines gender differences in leadership styles and abilities. The research foundation section outlines studies finding women tend to outperform men in key leadership domains …
00:13:51 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Why Diverse Teams Are Smarter, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article discusses the cognitive and business advantages of having diverse teams in organizations. A wealth of social science research demonstrates that cognitive diversity improves pro…
00:15:37 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
Leading Your Organization into the Future: A Skills-Based Approach, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores how organizations can transition to a skills-based approach through examining the research foundation and providing practical recommendations based on work with compan…
00:15:11 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
The Rotten Apple: How Small Negative Behaviors Can Spread and Impact an Entire Team, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores how disruptive behaviors from a single employee can spread to negatively impact an entire work team if not properly addressed. Grounded in research on social compariso…
00:14:46 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
Engagement vs. Productivity: Promoting Meaningful Work through Autonomy and Purpose, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores the relationship between employee engagement and productivity, arguing that promoting engagement alone does not necessarily increase productivity. It draws a distincti…
00:14:09 |
Sun 20 Jul 2025
Driving Sustainable People-Centric Organizational Change, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article presents a people-centered framework for leading sustainable organizational change, arguing that while strategic plans may initiate change, successful transformation ultimately…
00:19:36 |
Sat 19 Jul 2025
Leadership Redefined: Looking Beyond Traditional Models to Thrive in Today's Complex World, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores alternative leadership models needed to guide organizations in today’s complex, dynamic environments. Outdated "command and control" styles are failing modern leaders …
00:16:32 |
Fri 18 Jul 2025
Work-Life Fulfillment: Finding Balance and Purpose in Developing Nations, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This research brief explores the interplay between job satisfaction and life satisfaction for working individuals in developing economies. It analyzes relevant academic studies to understan…
00:17:59 |
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Leading With Care: Fostering Job Satisfaction Through Commitment, Motivation and Trust, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This research brief explores how leadership, organizational commitment, work motivation, and trust intersect to impact employee job satisfaction. Drawing on research from industrial/organiz…
00:18:07 |
Wed 16 Jul 2025
How to Spot a Really Good Leader, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article identifies the key traits that indicate truly exceptional leadership potential. It outlines several hallmarks displayed by those able to take an organization to the next level.…
00:13:29 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
Navigating the AI Revolution: How Generative AI is Reshaping Work, Skills, and Organizational Strategy, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This research brief examines how generative artificial intelligence, large language models, and machine learning are fundamentally reshaping work across industries. The analysis explores AI…
00:22:39 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
Maintaining Hope in the Face of Hard Truths: Finding Balance Between Optimism and Realism at Work, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores achieving and maintaining a healthy balance between optimism and realism in organizational leadership. The author argues that optimism alone can lead to disappointment…
00:13:55 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
Developing a Multi-Track Career: Finding Fulfillment and Sustainability through Career Pluralism, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores the concept of "career pluralism," or developing multiple, complementary career tracks over one's working life. It argues that limiting career pursuits to a single pat…
00:17:40 |
Sun 13 Jul 2025
How to Ensure a Positive Cultural Fit in Your Hiring Process, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article explores practical strategies for avoiding hiring employees who prove to be a poor cultural fit or even outright "toxic" for an organizational team. It begins by defining key t…
00:15:18 |
Sat 12 Jul 2025
Walking the Talk: Achieving Strategic Excellence through Effective Execution, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article discusses how organizations can excel at both strategic planning and execution. It argues that strategy and execution are often seen as separate responsibilities, but the key t…
00:16:18 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
Leveraging the Power of Effective Communication in Leadership, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: This article discusses strategies for effective leadership communication. It argues that clearly communicating a compelling vision and values is key to aligning efforts and sustaining motiv…
00:17:58 |
Wed 09 Jul 2025
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