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The Neuroscience Behind Business Leadership

Vlog with Dr. Marie Gould Harper
Program Director, Management at American Public University

With the popularity of leaders serving as coaches versus managers only, a new model of organizational change has risen in neuroleadership. It focuses on the one-on-one relationship between leaders and their followers. This emerging field showcases the correlation between human interactions and leadership effectiveness. In this vlog, Dr. Marie Gould Harper discusses neuroleadership as a paradigm shift in change management.

For more on the topic of neuroscience and leadership, read Dr. Gould Harper’s article on “Creating Organizational Change in the Workplace Through Neuroscience.”

About the Speaker

Dr. Marie Gould Harper is the Program Director of Management at APU. She holds an undergraduate degree in psychology from Wellesley College, a master’s degree in instructional systems from Pennsylvania State University and a doctorate in business from Capella University. She is a progressive coach, facilitator, writer, strategist and human resources/organizational development professional with more than 30 years of leadership, project management and administrative experience. Dr. Gould Harper has worked in both corporate and academic environments.

Dr. Gould Harper is an innovative thinker and strong leader, manifesting people skills, a methodical approach to problems, organizational vision and an ability to inspire followers. She is committed to continuous improvement in organizational effectiveness and human capital development, customer service and the development of future leaders.

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