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Confronting Workplace Bullying is a Strategic Imperative for Senior Leaders

Confronting Workplace Bullying: A Strategic Imperative for Senior Leaders

July 1, 2025June 30, 2025 by Peter J. Dean, Ph.D.

Workplace bullying is a hidden but serious threat to organizational health, undermining trust, productivity, and innovation while inflicting lasting harm on employees. Senior leaders must take visible, strategic action to eliminate bullying and create a culture grounded in respect, empathy, and accountability.

Generative Thinking is the Key to Strategic Governance for Boards

Generative Thinking: The Key to Strategic Governance for Boards

July 1, 2025June 16, 2025 by Peter J. Dean, Ph.D.

Strategic governance often gets sidelined by fiduciary oversight—but generative thinking can help boards refocus. This article explores how CEOs and directors can build shared governance, challenge assumptions, and generate better ideas to strengthen strategic leadership and board alignment.