‘Perseverance paid off’ says former Cynapsus CEO
In this leadership interview, IMD’s Jennifer Jordan poses six questions to Anthony Giovinazzo, an experienced pharmaceutical executive, about facing tough situations....

October 30, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Eugene Sadler-Smith in Management • 11 min read • Audio available
Relying on gut instinct and going with a hunch may seem outdated in our data-driven society, but it remains essential for effective decision-making. Here we explain how best to use and develop...
Continue readingFebruary 13, 2024 • by Jennifer Jordan in Management • 9 min read
In this leadership interview, IMD’s Jennifer Jordan poses six questions to Anthony Giovinazzo, an experienced pharmaceutical executive, about facing tough situations....
February 12, 2024 • by Paul Hunter in Management • 7 min read
IMD’s Paul Hunter describes why, contrary to popular belief, upskilling at scale can create meaningful impact for teams and organizations....
February 6, 2024 • by Heidi Brooks in Management • 11 min read
The changing world of work is challenging both seasoned employees and newcomers to the workplace. Rather than regarding first-time workers as difficult and forcing them to adapt to old norms, organizations should...
February 2, 2024 • by Carlos Cordon, Sameh Abadir in Management • 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....
February 2, 2024 • by Patrick Flesner in Management • 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....
January 22, 2024 • by Bettina Büchel in Management • 5 min read
Fully owning the process allows organizations to develop a systematic approach to problem-solving and managing change...
January 15, 2024 • by Lars Häggström in Management • 5 min read
As the annual appraisal season gets underway, how can organizations transform their performance reviews into positive and effective experiences, aligning with overall business goals and values? ...
January 2, 2024 • by Ben Bryant in Management • 7 min read
It can be tough at the top. But then, no one ever said it was easy. How to deal with the daily tensions and conflicting perspectives? Get comfortable with the idea of...
December 22, 2023 • by Jennifer Jordan in Management • 6 min read
Scandals at Deutsche Bank and Rio Tinto are stark reminders for leaders to scrutinize their organizations. Embracing empowerment and implementing continuous assessment are two crucial factors in addressing shortcomings....
December 8, 2023 • by Amit Shankar Mukherjee in Management • 4 min read
A ship’s captain is responsible for the actions of his entire crew. Leaders who refuse to acknowledge responsibility for the actions of their employees should be robustly challenged, not let off the...
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