Leslie K. John, PhD

Leslie John is an award-winning Harvard Business School professor and behavioral scientist who helps leaders and teams use openness as a strategic advantage in communication, connection, and leadership. Known for blending sharp insight with humor and storytelling, she translates cutting-edge research on self-disclosure into practical tools audiences can immediately apply. Her book, Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing, challenges the myth that saying less is safer—and shows why revealing more might be the smartest move you make.