Harvard Business Review LogoApril 24, 2026Javier Zayas Photography/Getty ImagesStaying on top of new research can give leaders and their companies an edge. This roundup, adapted from HBR’s May–June magazine issue, provides insight into topics such as how upskilling employees can free theirNew research can transform the way you think about leadership, team dynamics, and business growth. This roundup, drawn from our May–June magazine issue, distills the most compelling findings from academics, consulting firms, and beyond. In this article you’ll learn:
Research Roundup: A Surprising Benefit of Upskilling, Why Goals Can Backfire, and More
Staying on top of new research can give leaders and their companies an edge. This roundup, adapted from HBR’s May–June magazine issue, provides insight into topics such as how upskilling employees can free their managers for more-strategic work, why even small workplace slights may be costing your company more than you realize, and when making a simpler argument is actually more persuasive than a complex one. These insights can help you and your company make better decisions, build stronger teams, and stay competitive.






