Haris Khan does public relations by day and takes the stage to make people laugh by night. Somehow, he found time to take three Harvard Business School Online courses to earn his Certificate of Specialization in Leadership and Management. Explore his unconventional path to leadership. [...]

Samuel Ekundayo grew up in the slums of Lagos, Nigeria, struggling to make ends meet. After several twists and turns, he earned his PhD and became a senior lecturer at a university. Learn more about his transformation from teaching information technology to becoming a speaker and how HBS Online helped him fulfill his dreams of creating a school. [...]

Transitioning from an individual contributor to a leader requires different skills, perspectives, and frameworks. While the method you select depends on your goals, budget, and time constraints, studying leadership can position you for increased responsibility. Here are seven reasons to pursue it. [...]

As diversity and inclusion initiatives rise in the workplace, there have been concerns about the harm stereotypes impose on employee morale. Negative forces—such as racism, sexism, and ageism—have led to class action lawsuits and bad press for organizations. Here’s an overview of workplace stereotypes, the effects they have on businesses, and how to overcome them as an organizational leader. [...]

As a leader, you have the ability to foster power throughout your organization—a process referred to as the democratization of power in the course Power and Influence for Positive Impact. Here’s a primer on what it means to democratize power, why it’s beneficial, and two methods for doing so with actionable next steps. [...]