I expected an accounting course in business school to be awful. Imagine my surprise when it turned out to be memorable. This quote is big reason why: “What you measure is what people will do.” And it’s true. When we don’t take the right measurements, we fail to achieve the desired results.

We’ve all felt and likely said: “This is the absolute worst!” Whether about our personal lives, work lives or citizens of this planet. We know it’s not the truth, but we think it, feel it. Repeatedly. But there’s a path to peace and it’s much more attainable with a particular formula.

A glance at the headline and you think you’ve got the gist of an article? Think again. Headlines don’t tell the full story, and accuracy can get sacrificed for the sake of space or cleverness. Sometimes, the bold type is off the mark or just plain wrong, so It’s key for business leaders to look beyond the headlines.

We know diverse leadership teams produce better results, and we know having more women of all ages and backgrounds in all levels of business leadership is the right thing to do. Here are five key suggestions for getting and keeping more women in such roles.

Saying no in business can be tough, especially if it’s to an internal stakeholder, a client within your company or a colleague. But finding ways to say no is essential, and learning how to do so successfully is a good strategy to help you navigate your career.

With the use of artificial intelligence on the rise, so-called soft skills are poised to become the most highly valued skill set. Author Daniel Pink was on the mark nearly 20 years ago with his right-brain approach, and now we must evolve other competencies to succeed in the age of AI.

The top two lessons from my time at UChicago came early in my first year. These experiences were valuable and have served me well throughout my career.

Giving a TEDx talk didn’t just offer lessons and insights for audience members. Presenters, including myself, learned plenty from coaches and fellow presenters.

Becoming and being a successful business leader requires a willingness to talk with people who challenge your own thinking and offer another perspective. It’s possible, though not always easy, to engage respectfully with people who see the world differently.