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Harvard Business Review

The Most-Read Ideas From September

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Every day, leaders turn to HBR for guidance on challenges spanning leadership, organizational culture, strategy, innovation, and AI. Here’s a look at some of the most-read articles from September, and the ideas leaders are engaging with most right now.

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Popular Insights from September

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1. Bob Iger on Power, Succession, and Leading Disney Through Upheaval

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2. AI Is Revolutionizing Strategic Decision-Making

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3. When There’s More Work Than Your Team Can Handle

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4. What Leaders Need to Know About AI and Psychological Safety

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5. When a Team Member Underperforms—but Has Organizational Capital

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6. 5 Ways to Wield Influence When You Lack Authority

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7. Research: Work Stress Isn’t Always About Workload

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8. Our Favorite Management Tips on Building Influence

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