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August 26, 2013 Here's What Really Happens When You Extend a Deadline By Heidi Grant Halvorson People just go back to procrastinating.

Leadership Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic The real gender issue isn't a lack of qualified women, but a surplus of unqualified men. Innovation Just How Valuable Is Google's "20% Time"? by Michael Schrage Google is growing up. Productivity To Simplify, First Clear the Underbrush by Ron Ashkenas Four tips for trimming back useless work. Government How To Choose The Next Head of the Fed by Chris Meyer & Julia Kirby Ask the candidates: what purpose does the financial sector serve? Risk management C'mon, IT Leaders. Take a Chance! by Jim Stikeleather and Sanjib Sahoo How corporate IT leadership can overcome its fear of failing. Health The Danger of Wellness Programs: Don't Become the Next Penn State by Tom Emerick and Al Lewis All employers that have or are considering establishing wellness programs should take notice of an employee backlash at Penn State University. Hiring How To Build a High-Performing Digital Team by Perry Hewitt Six traits to look for in your future employees. Strategy Blackberry Forgot to Manage the Ecosystem by Michael G. Jacobides A sound value proposition isn't enough to keep you on top of the food chain.

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