David Henkin: Thought Leader in AI, Innovation & Business Strategy

David Henkin is a recognized executive, entrepreneur, and author with a distinguished career spanning global enterprises and startups. He is an expert in business strategy, innovation, and organizational development, with a focus on driving transformational growth and performance improvement.

A published thought leader, David has authored several books, including Conversation Innovation, Who Am I? Individual Innovation, and the bestselling Fixing Work. His insights into AI, the future of work, and business transformation have made him a sought-after voice in industry discussions.

Beyond writing, David has taught in a top-rated university business school program and has contributed to shaping the conversation around innovation, work design, technology, leadership, and teams. His work continues to influence executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations navigating an evolving business landscape.

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Fixing Work by David G. Henkin & Thomas Bertels - 2023 Goody Business Bok Award Winner in Big Ideas
Fixing Work by David G. Henkin & Thomas Bertels - 2023 Goody Business Bok Award Winner in Big Ideas
Fixing Work by David G. Henkin & Thomas Bertels - 2023 Goody Business Bok Award Winner in Big Ideas
Fixing Work by David G. Henkin & Thomas Bertels - 2023 Goody Business Bok Award Winner in Big Ideas

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Fixing Work

A Tale About Designing Jobs Employees Love

Fixing Work is a clarion call for managers and executives at all levels. Instead of treating employees like automatons and discouraging creativity, ownership, and engagement, we should rethink how work gets done and structure jobs to be intrinsically motivating.

A Gift For Leaders

“Fixing Work is a gift for leaders looking for a practical road map to improve employee engagement, productivity, and customer centricity. Read this book—you’ll be glad you did.”

Faisal Hoque
Founder of Shadoka, Next Chapter; #1 WSJ and USA Today bestselling author of LIFT, Everything Connects, REINVENT

Beautifully written and thoughtfully researched

“Creating work for employees to thrive in has never been more important! Fixing Work offers a powerful and practical approach to designing jobs that keep your star performers engaged and productive, and your company on the path to success. Beautifully written and thoughtfully researched, David and Thomas will help you start creating the work your team will love today.”

Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach; New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There

This book is sorely needed

“Anyone who has had leadership responsibility in an organization will immediately recognize that David Henkin and Thomas Bertels feel their pain. The authors share real and relatable world wisdom through the vividly portrayed story of people who have ‘been there’ and ‘done that’ in the daily struggle for integrity and relevance at work. This book is sorely needed. Read Fixing Work to better serve your company, colleagues and customers with distinction.”

Jeff Westphal
Chairman & CEO (retired) Vertex Inc.; Founder, Meaningsphere.com

Additional Books By David Henkin

Conversation Innovation - A Corporate Fable on Leadership, Coaching, and the Power of Conversations by David G. Henkin

Conversation Innovation

 Conversational competency is at the heart of leadership, coaching, mentoring and creating sustainable value. Conversation Innovation is a compelling and engaging text at the forefront of this critically important subject matter. It is suited for corporate, academic and executive coaching audiences.

Who Am I? Individual Innovation - A Tale of Transitions, Conversations, and the Power of Possibilities - by David G. Henkin and James R. Barnes

Who Am I? Individual Innovation

With practical, accessible takeaways and an easy-flowing style, Henkin and Barnes invite you into the innovative space/readily set to learn and grow, adapt and evolve. It is a peek into worlds with and without possibilities, missing conversations, real lives, choices and consequences.

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