As we reach the midpoint of 2025, many companies are navigating a turbulent landscape marked by political shifts, global instability, and economic uncertainty. Yet amid the chaos, one thing is clear: Strong leadership matters more than ever. Our most-read blog articles reflect that, with particular interest in the NeuroLeadership Institute’s (NLI’s) “Leadership GPA” framework — grounded in growth mindset, psychological safety, and accountability.
Below are the top five most-read articles on the Your Brain at Work blog for the first half of 2025:
1. Top 4 Leadership Trends for 2025
In January, David Rock, Ph.D., CEO of the NeuroLeadership Institute, wrote in Fast Company about four trends for leaders to watch in 2025. They involve DEI, hybrid work, AI, and civility.
2. Latest From the Lab: Creating Psychological Safety for Improved Performance
Leaders are often unclear about how to create and maintain psychological safety. The latest research in the NeuroLeadership Journal identifies three neuroscience-based strategies for fostering this type of environment.
3. Is the “Leadership GPA” the Secret to High Performance?
Today’s leaders often struggle with what’s most important to create a healthy, high-performing team. NLI’s research suggests a focus on three capacities: growth mindset (G), psychological safety (P), and accountability (A).
4. Latest From the Lab: Creating a Culture of Accountability
Accountability is essential for organizational success, but leaders have a hard time creating it. A recent article in the NeuroLeadership Journal discusses the need for organizational accountability and the benefits of shifting from a punitive to a proactive approach.
5. How Organizations Can Use Growth Mindset to Transform Their Cultures
Employees unlock a range of benefits when they switch from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. A recent article in the NeuroLeadership Journal explores the essential ingredients for creating a growth-mindset culture in your organization.
