Author Archives: molly

“No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.” The schoolboys in “Dead Poets Society” learned that from their teacher—played by Robin Williams. His character inspired as a leader who was intent on developing leadership and critical thinking in his students. Reflecting on this amazing performance after Williams’ recent death, I’m […]

Recent headlines around Michele Roberts, the first female leader of a major American sports union, naturally caught my eye. She’s perfect for the job, and she’s a perfect case study, especially for women in the negotiating world who strive to become even better at what they do. Roberts, who just became executive director of the […]

Football season is around the corner, and NFL players are reporting to training camps. It’s a compressed, intense time of preparation, and NFL coaches need everyone to be focused. But how does a team do that when so much drama is playing out? Headlines are full of diversions like contract holdouts (running back Marshawn Lynch […]