Articles and Essays by Todd Henry

Creating

“Do” vs. “Through” Work and the Bargain of AI

You may be automating the wrong things. There is work you just need to get through, and there is work that you need to actually do. Do you know which work is which? And are you willing to protect it?

Leading

The Hardest Thing Is To See What’s In Front of You

A lesson from Lincoln on dealing with moments of opportunity and danger.

Creating

Do You Have “Escape Hatches”?

When you’re responsible for creating value in the face of uncertainty, it’s easy to find ways of escaping doing the work. You need to close your escape hatches.

Leading

5 Questions Every Creative Pro Should Be Asking

We’re in an era of unprecedented change and uncertainty. Here are five questions that every leader should be asking to ensure they’re not falling prey to “uncertainty drift.”

Leading

Super Chickens vs. Super Coops

Focused on hiring only all-star performers? May want to think again. Here’s why team intelligence out-performs superstars nearly every time.

Creating

Want To Go Fast? Slow Down.

When it comes to results, maybe optimization isn’t really the answer. Two experts share why finding rhythm and inner excellence are the key to sustained performance.

Leading

It’s easy to chalk up some people as just “lucky.” But what if their luck is actually just a skill they’ve developed? Economist Judd Kessler shares the hidden markets that can give you an advantage in life, leadership, and creative work.

Leading

How To Be a Super – Communicator

Ever feel like no matter what you do, you’re always misunderstood? Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Charles Duhigg shares key practices of leaders who know how to connect deeply with others.

Leading

Thriving Through Times of Epic Disruption

The world around us is accelerating. Here’s how to leverage disruption rather than being caught off guard by it.

Leading

Be More Creative By Thinking Like A Banker

Andrew Robertson, Chairman of BBDO, shares tips for operationalizing creativity in your organization.

Creating

Why Hustle Culture Is Broken (and What To Do Instead)

You can sprint for a season, but you can’t for a lifetime. Knowing the difference is critical to leading well.

Leading

Are You a Moment or a Mountain?

A hit can make you famous. A habit can make you timeless. Here’s how to avoid being a moment and instead become a long-standing mountain.

Creating

Time Anxiety (and How To Deal)

Ever feel like time is just slipping away and that you may be falling behind? You’re not alone, and dealing with time anxiety is key to a healthy, productive creative process.