Thomas Shaw
Executive Professor
Area(s) of Expertise
Management Communication
Bio
Versatile consultant, coach, and educator skilled in creating inclusive, collaborative experiences that catalyze growth for emerging and experienced leaders. Partner in Kenning Associates, a leadership-development consultancy, with 15 years’ experience as a communication SME at McKinsey & Company in Hong Kong and Atlanta.
- Courses
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Elements of LeadershipInfluence in Interpersonal InteractionProfessional CommunicationProfessional Communications A
- Research Interests
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Use of stories in organizations, particularly ways that stories convey cultural values. Use of stories as a leadership tool to build trust, explain change, and motivate.
- Teaching Interests
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Management communication: spoken and written genres for business; design and management of interpersonal and group interactions; adult learning and development; leadership development and leadership practices.
- Publications
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Frontline Leadership Capability Building--Collaboration Module2009McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Conflict Management2009McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Effective Teamwork2009McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Empathy Module2009McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Accountability Module2008McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Courageous Conversations Module2008McKinsey & Company, InternalFrontline Leadership Capability Building--Feedback Module2008McKinsey & Company, Internal