You are not your role: how to lead without losing yourself
Taking up a new leadership post can mean a dramatic shift in the way others see you – and how you define yourself. It is vital to learn how to separate your...
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The CFO Agenda: 5 priorities shaping finance leadership this year
As geopolitics and advanced AI reshape risk, productivity, and value creation, CFOs sit at the center of the response. IMD’s Salvatore Cantale identifies five priorities that shaping finance leadership this year....
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The many avatars of the responsible leader
January 21, 2025 • by Anand Narasimhan in Leadership • 7 min read
Our perceptions of responsible leadership have changed radically over time. Anand Narasimhan gives a brief history and explains why understanding these archetypes can inform your approach....
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The ‘responsibility paradox’ in era of sharecropper capitalism
Many new businesses have emerged in recent years with few employees, no roots in the community, and heavily reliant on Big Tech for survival. How does this square with the demands for...
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5 ways leaders can survive and thrive in a turbulent 2025
The increasing pace of disruption and change means leaders need to cultivate behaviors that support their sustained success. From building strategic flexibility to broadening stakeholder connections, here is our expert guide to...
Use head, heart, and hands to lead sustainable transformationÂ
January 3, 2025 • by Julia Binder, Knut Haanaes in Leadership • 8 min read
Effective leadership, a clear narrative, and a shared vision are vital ingredients for bringing lasting change....
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In an uncertain 2025, it’s time to reframe and break throughÂ
January 2, 2025 • by Stefan Michel in Leadership • 7 min read
More than ever, leaders risk getting lost in information overload and complexity. It’s time to look at the world through fresh eyes....
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Alexis Nasard on transforming Swarovski into a modern ‘pop’ luxury brandÂ
At Swarovski, CEO Alexis Nasard's leadership is a master class in how to establish brand attractiveness and provide clarity. He has maintained Swarovski's relevance, freshness, and solid position as a contemporary luxury...
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