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Margaret Heffernan

The biggest threats and dangers we face are the ones we don't see, not because they're secret, hidden, or invisible, but because we're willfully blind.

Margaret Heffernan

Thinkers50 Hall of Fame Inductee; Author of Willful Blindness and Uncharted; Professor of Practice

Margaret Heffernan is a business leader, a best-selling author, and a leading voice on leadership, collaboration, and organizational culture. She is a trusted advisor to major corporations and a passionate advocate for a more human-centered and purpose-driven approach to business. Heffernan’s work is a powerful counterpoint to a world of corporate shortsightedness, offering a clear, pragmatic, and actionable guide to creating a more productive and fulfilling workplace.

Heffernan is the author of several influential books, including the best-selling Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril. In this work, she provides a clear and actionable framework for how to build a more purposeful and resilient organization. Her work has been widely recognized for its ability to provide a powerful and accessible framework for personal and professional growth.

Her philosophy is that a great company is not built on a single product; it’s built on a long-term commitment to creating value for its people. She believes that by understanding the fundamentals of organizational culture, one can unlock their full potential and create a more successful business. She is a frequent speaker at major conferences and a regular contributor to business publications.

As a speaker, Margaret Heffernan delivers a thought-provoking and deeply insightful presentation on the principles of leadership, collaboration, and organizational culture. She provides a clear and actionable framework for how to build a more purposeful and resilient organization. His talks are invaluable for leaders, managers, and teams who want to learn how to improve their well-being and create a culture of positive influence.

Behavioral Science & Economics
Business
Innovation
Leadership

Recent Topics

The Power of Willful Blindness

Leadership in the 21st Century

Women on Top: Rethinking Success

Embracing Complexity in Business

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