Leadership Articles

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

How can I create some quick-win habits?

Six unusual (but powerful) habits you can do in six minutes or less It seems like everybody is talking about New Year’s resolutions right now. On one hand, I love that new year energy, when we’re all thinking about how we can develop ourselves. But when I ask great leaders how they make big things […]

How can I beat my competitors?

Four ways to gain an edge in your market Are you ready to kick some butt? I hope so, because today, I want to help you beat your competitors. No matter what industry you’re in, you’ve got competition. But in my experience, too many leaders get so focused on their internal challenges that they forget to pick […]

Do I have what it takes to do tough things as a leader?

Three hacks to make your hardest leadership moments (a little) easier Just imagine. You’re in the room with Vladimir Putin, trying to figure out his next move. Or you’re sitting across the table from Nobel-award winning physicists, and it’s your call whether or not they get a $17 million telescope. That’s just a small sampling […]

How can I prioritize my employees’ well-being?

Four key takeaways every leader needs to understand about mental health and the workplace It’s hard to believe, but this month marks three years since the COVID-19 pandemic began. As we continue to navigate the pandemic and its aftermath, one key issue has emerged as a top priority for leaders: the mental health of our […]

How can I level up my leadership game over the summer? Read a book!

Here are five top-rated business books from leaders I know and admire – find the perfect one to help you grow as a leader! You’ve probably heard that famous line from Harry S. Truman: “Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” There’s a good reason that quote is so popular: it’s true! […]

How can my team serve customers better?

Four practical ways to build a customers-first culture. Well, I hit a major career milestone last week. I got to interview my first gang member! Yes, believe it or not, Bernie Marcus joined me as a guest on How Leaders Lead this month. He is the 93-year-old iconic co-founder of The Home Depot. And before […]