Computational Leadership: Connecting Behavioral Science and Technology to Optimize Decision-Making and Increase Profits - Hardcover

Spisak, Brian R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1119984041 ISBN 13: 9781119984047

Publisher: Wiley, 2023

Synopsis

Apply the latest computational technologies to your leadership practices

In Computational Leadership, renowned leadership researcher Dr. Brian R. Spisak delivers a paradigm-shifting exploration of the use of simulations, network analysis, AI, and other computational approaches to fundamentally improve all aspects of leadership. With interviews from leaders of IBM, JPMorgan Chase, and Microsoft, this book sits at the intersection of cutting-edge science and technology, leadership research, and decades of the author's own first-person knowledge of leadership best practices.

The author offers readers a holistic and practical framework for utilizing advancements in leadership technology. He also provides:

• Concrete strategies for improving interpersonal relationships and morale in remote working arrangements
• Evidence-based techniques for increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and promotion
• Ways to mitigate the fragility of "just-in-time" supply chains and harness the effectiveness of nascent blockchain and digital twin resources

An essential guide for managers, executives, board members, and other business leaders looking for an alternative to leadership strategies based largely on intuition and personal experience, Computational Leadership will earn a place in the libraries of anyone ready to apply modern technologies to the age-old art and science of leadership.

About this title

About the Author

BRIAN R. SPISAK, PHD, is a Research Associate at Harvard’s National Preparedness Leadership Initiative. He focuses on what it takes to successfully lead transformation, as well as the emerging synthesis of artificial intelligence and leadership. He is also a trusted leadership advisor, consultant, and the co-founder of HSC Analytics.

From the Back Cover

Praise for COMPUTATIONAL LEADERSHIP

“The convergence of behavioral science, data science, and cutting-edge technology is a new frontier. Computational Leadership is both fascinating and highly practical, outlining how leaders can adapt to our increasingly digital world. Whether you’re using data and tech to foster innovation or boost employees’ well-being, this book is for you.”
―Max Beilby, Author of Darwinian Business (blog) and Senior Vice President, Culture & Behavioral Risk at Citi Internal Audit

“A must-read for managers, Computational Leadership is an essential exploration of the marriage of data, science, technology, and psychology. Spisak’s writing weaves time-honored management principles with cutting-edge technology best practices to help leaders level up. Any professional who is committed to strengthening relationships and improving decision-making should read this book today.”
―Juan Martinez, Senior Editor, Harvard Business Review

“I want to see democratized services and information as well as leaders using data to understand what really makes a difference when it comes to employee health and well-being. Computational Leadership is a highly readable book showing what it takes to make this digital transformation happen. It’s an essential read for leading in a post-digital world.”
―John Whyte, Chief Medical Officer, WebMD

From the Inside Flap

While much ink has been spilled about leadership generally, much of the received wisdom on the topic is based on little more than anecdote and minimal evidence-based research. It often reflects only the personal opinion of the author and is rarely interested in building on a robust foundation of qualitative and quantitative data. This book changes all that.

In Computational Leadership, distinguished Harvard University leadership researcher, Dr. Brian R. Spisak delivers a paradigm shift in the study of leadership by employing simulations, network analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), and other computational approaches to fundamentally improve all aspects of the discipline. The book is positioned at the intersection of cutting-edge science and technology, leadership and business research, the author’s own first-person knowledge of leadership best practices, and interviews with senior leaders from IBM, JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft, and more.

Computational Leadership offers a holistic and practical framework for utilizing advancements in leadership technology. It provides concrete strategies for improving interpersonal relationships and morale in remote working arrangements, as well as data-driven techniques for increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion during the hiring and promotion of personnel. This book also demonstrates ways to mitigate the fragility of “just-in-time” supply chains by employing nascent process mining and digital twin technologies.

A must-read guide for managers, executives, directors, entrepreneurs, founders, human resource professionals, and other business leaders looking for an alternative to leadership strategies based largely on intuition and personal anecdote, Computational Leadership is the perfect resource for anyone ready to finally apply modern technologies to the ancient art and science of leading people.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1119984041
• ISBN 13: 9781119984047
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224