Research & Insights

Research that helps leaders make better decisions.

My work explores what enables leaders, teams, and organisations to perform at their best. Drawing on decades of research, teaching, and collaboration with organisations around the world, I translate evidence into practical insights that leaders can apply in their own organisations.

Whether you’re looking for the latest research, practical articles, media appearances, or expert commentary, you’ll find a wealth of resources to explore.

Explore By Topic

Explore my work by the topics that matter most to today’s leaders and organisations. From leadership and team effectiveness to organisational culture, governance, and executive development, each area brings together research, articles, media, and practical insights to help you explore the evidence behind better organisational performance.

Leadership

Understanding what makes leaders effective in today’s organisations.

Topics include:

  • Leadership styles
  • Leading change
  • Executive effectiveness
  • Decision making

Teams

Research into how teams collaborate, perform, and succeed.

Topics include:

  • Team dynamics
  • Collaboration
  • Trust
  • Conflict
  • Diversity

Organisational Culture

Creating workplaces where people and organisations thrive.

Topics include:

  • Culture
  • Employee engagement
  • Innovation
  • Psychological safety

Boards & Governance

Helping boards become more effective decision-makers.

Topics include:

  • Board effectiveness
  • Governance
  • Strategy
  • Executive relationships

Learning & Development

Developing leaders through research-informed education.

Topics include:

  • Executive education
  • Leadership development
  • Organisational learning
  • Talent

Research Methods

The science behind understanding organisations.

Topics include:

  • Behavioural science
  • Evidence-based management
  • Academic research
  • Data and insights

Articles for Managers

Practical, evidence-based articles designed to help managers and leaders tackle everyday organisational challenges with confidence.

Topics include:

  • Leadership
  • Team performance
  • Decision making
  • Managing change

Scholarly Articles

Explore my academic publications and peer-reviewed research examining leadership, teams, governance, and organisational behaviour.

Topics include:

  • Peer-reviewed research
  • Leadership studies
  • Team dynamics
  • Organisational behaviour

In the Press

Read interviews, expert commentary, and media coverage featuring my research and perspectives on leadership and organisations.

Topics include:

  • Expert commentary
  • News features
  • Interviews
  • Media coverage

Books & Publications

My books and academic publications explore the science of leadership, teamwork, organisational behaviour, and board effectiveness, bringing together years of research and practical application.

Media & Commentary

Research reaches the widest audience through conversation.

Explore podcasts, interviews, keynote presentations, YouTube videos, and media appearances where I discuss leadership, teamwork, organisational culture, and organisational effectiveness.

Latest Research

Stay up to date with my latest research, articles, and commentary exploring the evolving challenges facing leaders, teams, and organisations. Discover new evidence-based insights, practical perspectives, and the latest thinking from my ongoing work in leadership, organisational behaviour, and board effectiveness.

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Bringing Evidence-Based Leadership to Practice

Whether you’re developing leaders, improving team effectiveness, or navigating organisational challenges, I can help you apply research-backed insights to create lasting impact.

Dr Randall S Peterson

Professor of Organisational Behaviour
Founding Director Leadership Institute
& TalentSage Partner

© 2026, Dr Randall S Peterson