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Welcome to the archive. Here you'll find articles on the psychology of Leadership. These articles are written by me, Larry G. Maguire. I'm a psychologist and lecturer in organisational psychology and the content here is developed from established theory and learnings from decades of research. Subscribe to receive new articles, or learn more about this work.
Psychological research has shown that forces beyond the reach of the conscious mind shape how we perceive ourselves and others, how we react to events, and, generally, how we perceive the world. One …
[Read more...] about The Mere Exposure Effect: How Unconscious Forces Shape Your Decisions
Narcissistic Leadership is a phenomenon in management said to reflect an unhealthy self-obsession, often at the expense of others. According to Seth Rosenthal , it is an aspect of personality …
Goal setting is applied almost everywhere human beings work and play, in all work and life domains. It has been that way for a long time, and you’ll find very few voices countering its elite status. …
Transactional Leadership is outcome-based. It is concerned with the end product rather than the process, and as such, it tends to find itself at odds with the outcome when it doesn't fit the …
[Read more...] about Transactional Leadership: Why Brutes Become Bosses
I agree with the first part.A failure to communicate is the basis for all relationship breakdowns - in families, romantic relationships, at work - you name it. If it's not working out, it's because we …
What is executive coaching and how can it help you progress in your career? In this article, you will learn what executive coaching is, and how it can help those in leadership positions obtain a …
[Read more...] about What Is Executive Coaching And How Can It Help Your Career?
In this article, we will explore the phenomenon of unethical leadership. Why do oil drilling firms dump production waste in the Amazon? Why do airline manufacturers hide potentially catastrophic …
[Read more...] about EP009 The Ugly Face of Unethical Leadership
