We are frequently reminded that we are living in challenging times. However, we should remember that a crisis can often be understood as an opportunity. Teams with a strong foundation, guided by leaders who encourage a resilient organizational culture, will be better positioned to overcome obstacles and succeed. This month's Inside Advantage presents new ideas from HBS faculty and other experts, and reviews some basics of effective and efficient HR management.

M. Christine Sullivan
Director, Alumni Career & Professional Development

The right candidates.
The right fit.
The right results.

Building a Resilient Organizational Culture

Current events teach us that crisis and even disaster occur far more frequently than anticipated. The key to not only surviving such events, but to prospering during these upheavals, is human resilience. Just as individuals can learn to develop traits of resilience, so too can organizations. Learn how to develop a culture of resilience at your organization.
 

The Fundamental Purpose of Your Team

Finding or confirming the real purpose of any group, permanent or temporary, is the first step you must take as its leader. If you don't, there's a good chance that the group will never come together to work as a collective whole. A clear and compelling purpose is the glue that binds together a group of individuals. Read more about how to build the foundation of your team.

Tools & Time-Savers

• Ten Principles to Live by in Fiercely Complex Times
• How to Survive a Direct Attack
• Three Steps to Handling the Unexpected

Contact Us

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