Dolly Chugh

What kind of person do you mean to be?

BEHAVIORAL SCIENTIST,
AUTHOR & SPEAKER

Dolly Chugh is a behavioral scientist, NYU professor, and acclaimed author whose work helps people and organizations close the gap between who they are and who they mean to be.

Her work turns research into deeply human stories about mistakes, missteps, and missed opportunities, so growth feels honest and doable instead of shaming. For readers, leaders, and teams, Dolly offers practical ways to bring values into daily action, one small step at a time.


BOOKS

“It's confusing, challenging, and delightful being a boss. This book will help you avoid the thousands of mistakes you can make. Read it, and become someone's favourite boss.”

— MICHAEL BUNGAY STANIER

“Finally: an engaging, evidence-based book about how to battle biases, champion diversity and inclusion, and advocate for those who lack power and privilege.”

— ADAM GRANT

“A vulnerable, compassionate, and pragmatic psychological guide to facing the darkest corners of America’s past.”

— KIRKUS REVIEW

Dolly speaks to organizations of all kinds about the science and soul of becoming the leaders, colleagues, and people we mean to be.

YOUR NEXT STEP

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On Mel Robbin’s recent podcast episode, Dolly and Mel discussed leadership as a set of behaviors that can help us in all parts of our lives, and Dolly shared her favorite tools to use in moments like these.

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