Test hypotheses, don’t make assumptions when taking a new role
Leadership transitions are pivotal moments in any leader’s career. As you step into a new role, the initial days are a valuable opportunity to lay the foundation for the future....
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In it for the long run? Here’s what the world of sport can teach executives
February 27, 2026 • by Matthijs Büchli, Susan Goldsworthy in Leadership • 12 min read • 
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By adopting similar habits to those of elite athletes, leaders can perform at their best for longer. Olympians Matthijs Büchli and Susan Goldsworthy suggest ways to achieve your goals with less stress....
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In the age of AI, the whiteboard remains an essential tool
October 30, 2023 • by Bali Padda in Leadership • 8 min read
Technology may lead to a more efficient process, but it’s not the best option if it worsens the customer experience – and without due regard to data cleansing the results can be...
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Seven leadership changes from the pandemic that are worth holding onto
October 20, 2023 • by George Kohlrieser in Leadership • 7 min read
As the COVID-19 pandemic fades into the background, some managers might be tempted to shelve the leadership lessons from the crisis. That would be a mistake....
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5 ways to kick bad habits
October 19, 2023 • by Faisal Hoque in Leadership • 8 min read
In this month’s I by IMD Book Club, best-selling author Faisal Hoque explains how the concepts in his new book, Reinvent: Navigating Business Transformation in a Hyperdigital Era, can help us all...
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A leader’s fear of losing control
October 19, 2023 in Leadership • 4 min read
Through executive coaching, Alex embarked on a journey of introspection: one that unearthed a deep-rooted fear of losing control....
Global team leadership: What got you here may not get you there
October 19, 2023 in Leadership • 5 min read
Demoralized by this criticism and with team engagement plummeting, Charlie came to IMD for help from an executive coach....
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