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Empowering your business with a modern mindset

February 9, 2024 • by Robert Hooijberg in Leadership • 6 min read

IMD’s Robert Hooijberg explains why empowerment should be integral to organizational design....

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Add authenticity if you want to lead with authority and approachability 

February 9, 2024 • by George Kohlrieser in Leadership • 7 min read

In today’s high-stakes business world, striking a balance between being approachable and authoritative is tricky. George Kohlrieser explains in seven steps how to become an authentic and effective leader....

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Is corporate China catching up with the United States powerhouse?

February 6, 2024 • by Camilla Erencin, Simon J. Evenett, Alexander Gruber, Felix Reitz in Leadership • 4 min read

We examine whether China’s tremendous economic growth this century is reflected in significant economic profitmaking by its firms....

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How a willingness to recognizing error and initiate systemic change can save your business

February 2, 2024 • by Carlos Cordon, Sameh Abadir in Leadership • 6 min read

Too few businesses are learning from their mistakes, warn Carlos Cordon and Sameh Abadir of IMD, leaving their organizations underperforming and vulnerable....

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Want to be a better leader? Balance involvement and delegation 

February 2, 2024 • by Patrick Flesner in Leadership • 7 min read

Both micromanagement and a hands-off approach have their pitfalls. Navigating this balance is crucial. These two frameworks provide a roadmap to find the optimal level of involvement....

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Should you work for a narcissistic leader?

February 1, 2024 • by Michael D. Watkins in Leadership • 8 min read

They’re charismatic, confident, visionary – and grandiose, defensive, punishing. Narcissists can be inspiring, and they can break you. The key is to be aware of what you’re getting into, says Michael Watkins....

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How to communicate charismatically

February 1, 2024 • by Branka Zei Pollermann in Leadership • 6 min read

Many executives struggle with how to make their speeches more compelling. The most charismatic leaders think not just about what they say, but how they say it....

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A strategic thinker’s assessment: In which areas are you strongest or weakest? 

February 1, 2024 • by Michael D. Watkins in Leadership • 4 min read

Do you know your current strengths in strategic thinking? What about the areas that may require more work to elevate your leadership skills and drive success?...

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Six secrets every leader should know about questions 

January 31, 2024 • by Pia Lauritzen in Leadership • 8 min read

Leaders can use philosophy to discover hidden organizational insights that will allow them to make smarter, better-informed decisions....

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Lessons in laughter can seriously improve your leadership 

January 30, 2024 • by Emilia Bunea in Leadership • 9 min read

A sprinkling of well-judged humor makes for better leadership. Through training and practice, executives can acquire the tools of comedy to enhance how they lead....

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