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Lean In Circles

Resources for Lean In Circles

Browse our library of educational videos, podcasts and articles which touch on important topics such as leadership, empowering your team, and mentorship.

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Leadership

After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

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It’s cool to be kind: the value of empathy

Fostering empathy in your leadership can boost productivity, improve organizational health, and reduce burnout.
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3 tips to get the future of work right

Learn three leadership essential tips so employees can keep their autonomy (while remaining productive) and companies can let go of unnecessary bureaucracy.
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Empathy in leadership: powerful balance

Empathy is a vital leadership quality that helps you build trust, foster collaboration, and create a positive work environment.
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Empathetic leadership: go beyond lip service

Discover why today’s most effective leaders lead with empathy and take action through compassionate leadership.
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Skills to become a leader of tomorrow

Learn key skills so you can be a leader in an evolving workplace – such as being deliberate, flexible, and always learning.
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Lead others, first from within

Lolly Daskal shows that great leadership starts within — know yourself, own your values, and learn how to empower others.
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How great leaders inspire action

Simon Sinek argues that great leaders communicate from the inside out. Learn this strategy by starting with "Why" (purpose), then "How" (values), and finally "What" (actions).
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How to determine my leadership style

Discover how identifying your leadership style and adapting it to different situations can improve team performance, foster consistency, and drive personal growth.
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5 ways to lead in constant change

Learn how you can turn organizational change into an energizing experience with five simple, people-first strategies.
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8 essential qualities of successful leaders

Learn the eight key leadership qualities that help you build trust, embrace change, and guide your team through challenges — traits you can develop through effort and reflection.
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What's your leadership language?

Becoming fluent in leadership languages can help you adapt to the needs of your team and collectively achieve goals.
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Becoming a courageous, data-driven leader

Learn three essentials for leadership today: leading with your values, scaling positive culture, and leaning on data to turn insights into action.
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Human-centered leadership helps people adapt

Learn how human-centered leadership can help employees adapt to change by reducing stress and fostering resilience through empathy, safety, and flexibility.
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TED Talk: “The Surprising Habits of Original Thinkers”

Wharton professor Adam Grant shares the defining characteristics of people who drive creativity and change in the world.
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How to be an authentic leader and bring your whole self to work

TaskRabbit CEO Stacy Brown-Philpot explains why you’ll benefit from being your authentic self at work and talks about the best ways to do it.

Empowering Your Team

After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

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How to manage for collective creativity

Unlock the creativity in your daily work with tools and tactics that help you foster great ideas from everyone in your company.
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Improve talent development with SBI

The SBI feedback model helps you give clear, constructive feedback by focusing on specific situations, behaviors, and impacts to enhance talent development and performance.
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How to lead with radical candor

Kim Scott introduces radical candor as the way you can give constructive criticism, compassionately.
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“The big 3”: successful leadership

Learn the three leadership essentials needed — direction, coaching, and career — to drive real impact for your team.
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The puzzle of motivation

Daniel Pink shares why traditional rewards might not be as effective as you think, with insights that could change how you motivate your team.
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How to become a better manager

Learn how to manage team dynamics, handle power struggles, and support underperforming team members.
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Confessions of a recovering micromanager

Micromanagement drains you and your team. This talk shares how stepping back, trusting others, and fostering freedom can spark innovation and boost happiness at work.
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You need to ask for feedback

Kim Scott explains how asking for feedback and practicing Radical Candor helps you build trust and foster open communication.
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Surprising skills your team needs most

Simon Sinek emphasizes that human skills like giving feedback, setting boundaries and creating psychological safety drive your team’s success. Learn to foster these environments.
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7 ways to be a better leader, boss, coach

Mel Robbins shares seven tips to help you become an impactful leader, from building your self-worth to encouraging and uplifting your teammates.
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The power of appreciation

Explore the power of appreciation and how understanding its difference from recognition can help you boost impact and productivity.
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The best hire might not have a perfect resume

Learn why you should consider the underestimated candidate, whose secret weapons are passion and purpose.
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How to build — and improve — culture

Learn how building a positive company culture can boost engagement, productivity, and retention.

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    Sponsorship and Mentorship

    After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

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    Find the person who can help you get ahead

    Learn how to identify and develop sponsors who can advocate for you in rooms you’re not invited to (yet).
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    The power of mentorship

    Learn how meaningful mentorship can help you create lasting impact beyond professional success.
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    How to find a mentor in a virtual world

    Finding mentorship in a remote workplace is hard. Learn practical strategies for finding a virtual mentor that is right for you.
    Article⇗

    Mentorship and leadership: building leaders

    You can help build the next generation of leaders through mentorship, using these practical skills.
    Article⇗

    A guide to mentors, sponsors, and coaches

    Learn to cultivate relationships with mentors, sponsors, and coaches to navigate different aspects of your career.
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    Networking doesn’t have to feel gross

    Networking doesn’t have to feel like a transaction — explore ways to shift your mindset to build better relationships.
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    Mentorship lessons from my founder journey

    Learn how meaningful mentorship can help you create lasting impact beyond professional success.
    Article⇗

    Networking as a superpower

    Reframe how you think about networking through these strategies to support personal and professional development.
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    The best mentorships help both people grow

    A transformational mentorship offers something powerful to both the mentee and the mentor. As a mentee, the trick to fully engaging your mentor lies in finding the right person.
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    Mentors and sponsors make the difference

    Learn to build relationships with both mentors, who can offer guidance, and sponsors, who actively advocate for you.
    Article⇗

    Why mentoring matters, and how to get started

    Learn how to effectively seek out and engage mentors.

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

    Podcast⇗

    Your insecurities aren't what you think

    Nearly 70 percent of people have experienced imposter syndrome, but you can use imposter thoughts as fuel.
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    How can you combat imposter syndrome?

    Learn these proven ways you can combat imposter syndrome, like collecting and revisiting positive feedback.
    Article⇗

    4 myths about ‘impostor syndrome’

    Discover common misconceptions about imposter syndrome and change the way you’re managing it.
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    Turn imposter syndrome into a superpower

    Impostor syndrome can be crippling. Instead of letting it rule you, learn to see it as a positive influence.
    Article⇗

    How a data analyst overcame imposter syndrome

    Learn valuable lessons about acknowledging your achievements and self-worth through the lens of a Data Analyst’s imposter syndrome journey.
    Article⇗

    A positive side of impostor syndrome?

    Learn how you can embrace imposter syndrome and see it as an opportunity to challenge yourself.
    Article⇗

    7 myths about imposter syndrome

    Explore seven myths about imposter syndrome so you can recognize and manage your own imposter feelings more effectively.
    Article⇗

    Stop telling women they have imposter syndrome

    Discover the link between imposter thoughts and the systemic biases women experience in the workplace.
    Article⇗

    You’re actually pretty amazing

    Learn strategies to combat imposter syndrome, including recognizing accomplishments, seeking feedback, and reframing negative thoughts.
    Video

    How to manage your inner critic

    Learn three easy techniques to help you get on top of that “Evil DJ” inside your head!

    Effective Communication

    After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

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    How to ask for more — and get it

    Whether you're asking for a raise or resolving a family dispute, you can use these five simple tips for a successful negotiation — starting with one powerful question.
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    How to succeed at work by managing up

    Managing up is hard, but it helps you, your manager, and your team grow. Learn how to make space for it in your work relationships.
    Video

    Communicating with confidence

    Many people think of confidence as a feeling. But in reality it’s a set of behaviors that you can change and improve over time.
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    Managing difficult conversations

    Learn how to achieve shared goals while remaining true to yourself, even when the stakes are high.
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    Harnessing the power of stories

    Learn to tell stories that advocate for your ideas and bring others along with you.
    Video

    How to own the room

    These practical exercises help you become a more charismatic speaker who can win over any audience.
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    Power posing: change your body to change your mind

    Learn how to use your body to increase your confidence and personal presence
    Video Series

    Taming adrenaline: overcoming speaking anxiety

    Understand the causes of speaking anxiety to help you overcome fear in meetings, presentations, and other high-stakes situations.
    Video Series

    Taming adrenaline: on-the-spot remedies

    Engage in these four physical behaviors to reduce adrenaline in the moment.
    Video Series

    Taming adrenaline: tells of nervousness

    Learn the “tells” of nervousness to help you project confidence on the outside even if you’re feeling anxious inside.
    Video Series

    Taming adrenaline: long-term strategies

    Gain confidence in your ability to perform under pressure with these long-term strategies.
    Meeting Guide

    How to win over mission-critical colleagues

    Your coworkers have their own goals, priorities, and competing claims on their time. This guide will give you tools to bring others on board to help you meet your goals.

    For Rising Women Leaders

    After selecting a topic below to discuss with your Circle, download and use this Universal Meeting Guide to help you plan and lead a successful meeting.

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    TED Talk with Sheryl Sandberg: “Why We Have Too Few Women Leaders”

    Why aren’t there more women in leadership? Get the facts in the TED Talk behind Lean In.
    Video Series

    Centered leadership part 1: meaning

    Learn how to find and live into your strengths.
    Video Series

    Centered leadership part 2: framing

    Harness the power of framing to turn a challenging situation into a learning opportunity.
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    Centered leadership part 3: connecting

    Learn to build trust, create community, and take your first steps toward forging a sponsor relationship.
    Video Series

    Centered leadership part 4: engaging

    Learn how you can overcome your fear, move into action, and take risks.
    Video Series

    Centered leadership part 5: energizing

    Explore the sources of your energy and get strategies for reenergizing and managing work-life demands.
    Meeting Guide

    Centered leadership: peer support power hour

    This Peer Support Power Hour activity guides your Circle through the process of working together to come up with creative solutions to problems.
    Video Series

    What works for women at work part 1: prove it again

    Ever feel like you have to prove yourself more than men? Learn tactics for demonstrating your competence.
    Video Series

    What works for women at work part 2: the tightrope

    Learn how to navigate the tightrope between between being perceived as too “masculine” and too “feminine”
    Video Series

    What works for women at work part 3: maternal wall

    Learn how to navigate assumptions that are often triggered by motherhood
    Video Series

    What works for women at work part 4: tug of war

    Gender bias can fuel conflict amongst women. Learn to navigate this form of bias—and help others do so.
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    TED Talk: “What Does My Headscarf Mean to You?”

    Learn how implicit bias affects the way we understand the world and how we treat others.
    Video

    Allow yourself to be brilliant

    Often, the main obstacle blocking us from realizing our full potential is ourselves
    Video

    Planning for equal partnership

    Get practical tips for strong communication with your partner, along with tactics for sharing responsibilities.
    Resources

    Your childhood self

    Use childhood photos to help you connect with your younger and adult selves—and deepen trust within your Circle.
    Resources

    Lean In bingo

    Quickly exchange personal experiences and qualities—with an element of friendly competition.
    Article

    Connection cards

    Connection Cards are like TableTopics for your Circle. You’ll use a deck of cards to answer questions and get to know one another—fast.
    Tips

    Kickoff meeting guide

    If your group wants to dive right in, this guide will walk you through the process of setting goals for the Circle.
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