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Balancing empathy with authority: Setting boundaries doesn’t make you an unethical leader
April 2, 2026 • by Chloé Christopoulos in Coaching Corner • 6 min read • 
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Joanna's fear that setting boundaries would make her unkind cast her team adrift. Chloé Christopoulos says clarity and accountability are not departures from care, but expressions of it ...
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Navigating the singular reality: Our lives and identities are changing
The boundary between the physical and digital worlds is dissolving, says Joseph Bradley, CEO of TONOMUS. Harnessing data's power while managing risks is crucial for an integrated future....
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DE&I: Small steps for big changes
June 21, 2024 • by Alexander Fleischmann in I by IMD Book Club • 8 min read
Corporate DE&I is not simply a question of fairness. Implemented successfully, it pays off for both the company and society in general. Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, author of Diversity Dividend, discusses how it’s done...
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Joining the dots: a creative design for leadership
June 21, 2024 • by Cyril Bouquet, Alexis Georgacopoulos in Creativity • 9 min read
There is much that organizations can learn from artists and designers, from turning ideas into innovation to creative problem-solving and better decision-making....
Making the world work for older people will be an intergenerational win-win
The world is on the verge of a longevity revolution, but we need to shift from viewing longer lifespans as an opportunity, not a burden. Managed positively and productively, this will reap...
From chaos to calm: Why breath-based mindfulness is essential for leaders today
With the pressure to innovate only growing, along with the epidemic of digital distractions, our experts offer a mindful leader’s toolkit packed with techniques to stay grounded and focused in stressful environments ...
Ringing the changes: Vodafone ‘insider' makes some tough calls as CEO
June 18, 2024 • by Jean-François Manzoni in CEO Dialogue Series • 9 min read • 
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Margherita Della Valle tells IMD President Jean-François Manzoni how she is delivering radical change to reenergize Vodafone and paving the way for greater diversity in leadership...
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Where the heck are the women in tech? New ways to attract, develop, and retain female talent
June 14, 2024 • by Sarah E. Toms in Leading in Turbulent Times • 8 min read
Tackling gender disparity in the tech industry has never been more important – or more urgent. Sarah Toms explores the benefits of a diverse workforce, the importance of mentorship and sponsorship, and...
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