Robert I. Sutton is an organizational psychologist and Professor Emeritus at Stanford University, where he co-founded the Stanford d.school. A leading authority on workplace dynamics, he is the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, including The No Asshole Rule and The Friction Project. His research focuses on leadership, innovation, and scaling excellence. Sutton is widely recognized for his practical insights on eliminating organizational obstacles and building more humane, productive workplaces.