James M. Kerr

About

James M. Kerr’s management consulting and coaching work has earned numerous industry awards on the topics of Leadership, Culture, Change Management, and The Future of Work. You will find his name on several Top 10 Business Thought Leaders Lists, including those developed by industry watch groups Global Gurus, LeadersHum, and Thinkers360.

His latest book, The Indispensable Leader's Handbook: 101 Tips From a Top-Ranked Business Coach, was released this summer to rave reviews. As a complement to the book, a new website was launched, too. It is designed to be an unforgettable and transformative place for anyone interested in becoming an indispensable leader.

Additionally, he hosts the popular The Indispensable Conversation podcast, which features provocative conversations with fellow business thought leaders on hard-hitting topics that impact the way leaders lead.

Books by James M. Kerr

Recent Posts

Lead With Joy: How Leadership Communities Boost Happiness

By connecting with like-minded people through leadership communities, you can reduce stress and gain a sense of belonging—and these both contribute to your long-term happiness.

How Leadership Communities Combat Leader Loneliness

It's lonely at the top. However, If you're ready to join a community that puts decency and integrity back into leadership, you can help reshape the future of leadership.

Unlock Your Luck to Benefit Your Effectiveness as a Leader

How spending just 30 seconds each night acknowledging what you’re lucky for improves your mood and mindset.

Beware the Rookie Leadership Coach

Working with an inexperienced leadership coach can be detrimental to your career. Find the right coach for you.

Use Psychological Ownership to Gain Better Staff Engagement

Empowering employees through growth opportunities, autonomy, and gratitude leads to greater organizational commitment.

How to Hire a Leadership Coach

Use extreme caution when hiring an inexperienced leadership coach. There are five questions to help you get the coaching you want.

Does Remote Work Have You Feeling Down?

It is possible to mitigate feelings of isolation common in remote work by proactively implementing deliberate strategies that maintain a sense of connection.

Leadership Coaching: Does Race or Gender Matter?

Effective leadership coaching is not inherently tied to race or gender; it's about the skills, know-how, and interpersonal connection between coach and client.

What Your Smartphone Etiquette Says About You

Smartphone etiquette offers profound insights into our respect for others, our ability to prioritize, and our overall professionalism. Here's what not to do.

Leaders: Don’t Substitute Your Feelings of Fear for Anger

Leaders need to recognize fear not as a sign of weakness but as a natural response to challenging situations. Here are a handful of practical strategies that can help.