Inside the Mind of Hiring with Dr. Mickey Fineberg: Business Psychologists Enabling the Selection and Preparation of Great Leaders
Step into the intricate world of hiring with Dr. Mickey in "Inside the Mind of Hiring." This show dives deep into the psychology and strategy behind one of the most critical decisions leaders face: choosing the right people. Dr.
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Another Leadership Lullaby? (opens the original)
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Is USA basketball asleep at the switch, just like the WNBA seemed to be during the All Star game? Team USA (represented by WNBA players) had a chance to show the world the quality of its team at the FIBA World Cup in Germany. At this juncture, the Us played 3 games against China, Italy, and Chechia. The coach Kara Lawson (coach at Duke) was emphasizing veterans in her starting line-up. While younger stars, including Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Angel Reese, are getting some playing time, t
Meddlesome Mentoring of a Reluctant Successor (opens the original)
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I’ve had numerous experiences in my career as a business psychologist with multi-generational companies. Not too long ago, I encountered Dan, a Gen Z, third generation family member who was contributing in a line-leadership job within the fulfillment operation for a regional bricks and mortar retailer who also has a significant on-line business. He currently manages 30 people. He is considered a potential successor to his father, the second-generation CEO, in 10 to 15 years. Prior to his present
Can Leaders Be Smart Before They Get Stupid? (opens the original)
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A few of weeks ago we talked about Leaders sabotaging Leaders. Our program revolved around a manufacturing company where a new COO, John, was hired to help the President focus on shaping the business’ future and spend less time with day-to-day operations. The business had just gone through a major space increase, and significant upgrades in equipment and technology to meet customer demand and boost competitive advantage. The COO’s expectation is to sustain an efficient operation but also enable
Encore: The 2026 Executive (opens the original)
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As a result of Covid and technology shifts, there are three major changes for executive hiring: 1. Rise of Hybrid Leadership 2. Stronger focus on Traits vs Tenure and Experience 3. Growth in Shorter Term Leadership Models
A Leadership Lullaby (opens the original)
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This episode is a continuing commentary in our recent series on questionable leadership practices. In some cases, leaders may sleep at the switch so to speak, even when they have a great opportunity to capitalize on strong momentum. A recent example was the WNBA All-Star Week. As many of you know, the arrival of Caitlin Clark in 2024 brought a major increase in fan interest and game attendance, media coverage, and league and team revenues. Another new star, Paige Bueckers out of The Dallas Wings
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