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In uncertain times, trust doesn’t disappear – it thins

March 24, 2026 • by Dorotea Brandin, Francesca-Giulia Mereu in Leadership • 8 min read

Hybrid work, repeated restructurings, and constant uncertainty are eroding the emotional foundations of trust at work. Realistic optimism offers a way for individuals and leaders to rebuild connection....

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The crisis in democratic capitalism in Europe is real – CEOs are central to the solution

June 6, 2024 • by Simon J. Evenett, Johannes Fritz in Leadership • 8 min read

Democratic capitalism provides the strongest foundation for innovation, entrepreneurship, and growth, but European competitiveness is declining alarmingly. Business leaders have a key part to play in raising productivity and creating opportunities to...

The Interview with On Co-CEO Marc Maurer and Alyson Meister: Guided by culture to navigate rapid growth 

June 4, 2024 • by Alyson Meister in Leadership • 9 min read

Marc Maurer, Co-CEO of On, tells Alyson Meister how the company’s unique culture – defined by five ‘Spirits’ – is helping chart its path to becoming the world’s most premium sportswear brand....

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