Leadership Articles

Insights, tips and more from David & the world's top leaders.

What the NFL can teach you about leadership

Five strategies to help teams thrive under pressure — both on the field and in the office The NFL is back! As we’re all enjoying the games and highlights, it’s easy to forget that there’s a lot more to the NFL than just football. It’s one of the most competitive, high-stakes organizations in the world. […]

Are you falling into these 5 ego traps?

5 situations where ego can sneak up on even the best leaders – and how to avoid them If I asked you whether ego is a problem in your leadership, you’d probably say no. And with good reason! If you care enough to read an article like this, I doubt you’re the kind of leader […]

Seven shifts that will take you from manager to leader

Make these small mindset changes ➡️ See a big career impact Most leaders start in manager mode: delegating tasks, hitting deadlines, keeping the wheels turning. That’s essential: without good management, nothing gets done. But if you want to grow your influence and shape the future of your organization, you can’t get stuck there. You’ve got […]

5 leadership tips you can watch before your next meeting

Steal these ideas from leaders like Steve Kerr and Kendra Scott—and see the impact by Friday If you’re like most leaders, your days are packed. And as a result, you keep putting your own development on the backburner. Frankly, you don’t have time to master a framework or listen to an audiobook. But I bet […]

The Secret to Building a Cult Brand? It Isn’t Marketing.

A closer look at the leaders behind beloved brands like the Savannah Bananas, Liquid Death, and In-N-Out — and how to steal their strategies If it feels harder than ever to make your brand stand out, you’re not wrong. These days, brands are shouting louder, spending more, and crossing every creative line just to snag […]

What to Do When Your Work Friends Start Reporting to You

New manager? Here are four ways to lead with clarity, confidence, and connection You’ve just been promoted, and it’s a huge moment for your career. But it also feels complicated. The people you grabbed lunch with last week are now reporting to you. And your job is to directthe crew, not just meet up […]

Are you holding your business back?

Why your business won’t evolve until you do—and 25 questions to start the process I can’t stop thinking about the story Gui Loureiro told me when he appeared on my podcast last month. At the time, he had been CEO at Walmart Mexico for about a year. The company was performing well. The team was […]

Andy Jassy’s Leadership Playbook: 3 Lessons Every Leader Needs to Know

Here’s how Amazon’s CEO leads at the highest level—and how you can, too You and I both know: leading any team comes with pressure. Now imagine doing it at one of the fastest-moving and most recognized companies in the world, all while following in the footsteps of one of the most visionary founders in business […]

The Complete Mid-Year Reset Guide for Leaders

If priorities are blurry and progress is messy, here’s how to get your team back on track for your 2025 goals Don’t panic, but… This month marks the halfway point of the year. And if you’re like most leaders, you’re probably asking the same question I always did at this point: Are we where we […]