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Professor Eugene Sadler-Smith is a Professor of Organizational Behaviour at the Surrey Business School, University of Surrey. His academic career spans over three decades, with a PhD from the University of Birmingham (part-time, 1988–1992) and a BSc from the University of Leeds. He specializes in intuition in decision-making, hubris in leadership, and human resource development. His research has been published in top-tier journals like Academy of Management Learning and Education and British Journal of Management. He has authored influential books such as Intuition in Business (2023) and Hubristic Leadership (2019).
Professor Sadler-Smith’s research interests revolve around understanding managerial intuition’s role in decision-making, the dangers of hubristic leadership, and their implications for organizations. His work bridges cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and management theory, emphasizing practical applications in leadership, HR, and organizational learning. He has collaborated with leading institutions like the British Academy, CIPD, and the Metropolitan Police, applying insights to real-world challenges.
His accolades include being a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. He serves on editorial boards for journals such as International Journal of Management Reviews and Management Learning. His teaching focuses on human resource development and leadership, with courses like Leading and Developing People and Organizations (MBA).
- Key Awards:
- Chartered Management Institute’s ‘Management Book of the Year’ shortlist (2010)
- Fellow of the Academy of Social Science (FAcSS)
- Grants and Funding: Supported by the British Academy, Leverhulme Foundation, and ESRC South-East Doctoral Training Consortium.
Professor Sadler-Smith’s work extends to media engagements, including BBC Radio 4 features and advisory roles in documentaries. His upcoming projects include The Hubris Hazard, and How to Avoid It (2024), further cementing his influence in management and leadership studies.
