2. Must Reads

Must Reads

“When turmoil rules, go in.” — Lao Tzu

There is so much to read, so much to know, so many sources to follow. And the volume of news and information just keeps growing exponentially. How to keep up? Even more, how to rediscover the serendipity of learning something new and interesting for its own sake?

Here, for your enjoyment and interest, are the articles Temin and Company considers “must reads.” They are primarily on the topics of reputation and crisis management, the media, leadership and strategy, perception and psychology, self-presentation, science, girls and women, organizational behavior and other articles of interest.

They are listed below with the most recent articles first, and to the side, by category.

We hope you enjoy them and would appreciate your comments. And whenever you have any favorite articles for us to add, please let us know so that we might include them for other readers to enjoy.

There is so much to read, so much to know, so many sources to follow. And the volume of news and information just keeps growing exponentially. How to keep up? Even more, how to rediscover the serendipity of learning something new and interesting for its own sake?

Here, for your enjoyment and interest, are the articles Temin and Company considers “must reads.” They are primarily on the topics of reputation and crisis management, the media, leadership and strategy, perception and psychology, self-presentation, science, girls and women, organizational behavior and other articles of interest.

They are listed below with the most recent articles first, and to the side, by category.

We hope you enjoy them and would appreciate your comments. And whenever you have any favorite articles for us to add, please let us know so that we might include them for other readers to enjoy.

The Future of Leadership

Heather Landy, American Banker, October 1, 2012

In American Banker’s “Most Powerful Women in Banking” issue, this article on the future of leadership discusses new talents needed, including technology and social media, and quotes Davia on leadership and social media. […read more]

Rockets galore

The Economist, September 29, 2012

Modern warfare is about to become less expensive, according to this report. […read more]

Men and Women Corporate Directors Remarkably Aligned on Strategy – But Not Diversity

PR Newswire, September 27, 2012

New Global Study from WomenCorporateDirectors, Heidrick & Struggles, Professor Boris Groysberg of the Harvard Business School, and Researcher Deborah Bell Reveals Top Boardroom Challenges, Trends, and Concerns Heading into 2012 Election

NEW YORK, NY – September 27, 2012 – In one of the most comprehensive global surveys of corporate board directors to date, men and women directors were found to be in striking alignment on economic outlook, political and regulatory concerns, and the business challenges facing their companies – but differ sharply when it comes to board diversity.

Released today, the 2012 Board of Directors Survey – conducted by WomenCorporateDirectors (WCD), Heidrick & Struggles, Professor Boris Groysberg of the Harvard Business School, and researcher Deborah Bell – captures in extensive detail the governance practices, strategic priorities, and views on their own boards’ strengths and weaknesses of more than 1,000 directors from around the world.

At 1pm ET on October 4, WCD, Heidrick & Struggles, and Professor Groysberg will hold a teleconference discussing the full results of the survey.

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140 Characters of Risk: Some CEOs Fear Twitter

Leslie Kwoh and Melissa Korn, The Wall Street Journal, September 26, 2012

Is it appropriate for CEOs to be on Twitter? How should corporate executives use social media? While many CEOs are wary of the potential risks and gaffes that can result from using Twitter, a few have embraced it. […read more]

When Recession Meets Gender

Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, Harvard Business Review, September 25, 2012

In recession-stricken countries like Greece, issues of gender balance are brand new to men in leadership positions. Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, noted gender expert, suggests some fixes. […read more]