

Harvard Professor Reveals the Secret to Happiness in Leadership | Arthur Brooks
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Arthur Brooks' Career Transition
- Arthur Brooks shares his career transitions from musician to CEO and researcher discovering his changing effectiveness over time.
- His slowdown in problem-solving led to focusing on coaching and ultimately inspired his book to guide people through skill changes.
Fluid vs. Crystallized Intelligence
- Fluid intelligence peaks before 40, then declines, causing burnout as tasks become harder.
- Crystallized intelligence grows with age, focusing on teaching and mentoring, enabling success in new leadership roles.
Lead By Teaching and Mentoring
- Shift from being an autonomous problem solver to a teaching leader as you age.
- Mentor and cultivate younger talent while embracing your growing crystallized intelligence.