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David Burkus

About

David Burkus is a best-selling author, a sought after speaker, and associate professor of leadership and innovation at Oral Roberts University. His newest book, Friend of a Friend, offers readers a new perspective on how to grow their networks and build key connections—one based on the science of human behavior, not rote networking advice. He’s delivered keynotes to the leaders of Fortune 500 companies and the future leaders of the United States Naval Academy. His TED talk has been viewed over 1.8 million times and he is a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review.

Books by David Burkus
Recent Posts
Don’t Hire for Culture Fit

Hiring for culture fit might not yield the culture you want.

Hiring for culture fit might not yield the culture you want.

Stop Talking About Politics at Work

New research suggests that talking politics hurts your effectiveness at work.

New research suggests that talking politics hurts your effectiveness at work.

How to Talk to Yourself

Is it crazy to talk to yourself? Nah. You might be crazy not to.

Is it crazy to talk to yourself? Nah. You might be crazy not to.

How to Regain Focus at Work

Need to get that big important project finished? Try this.

Need to get that big important project finished? Try this.