Which economies create the most value? 

January 16, 2024 • by Camilla Erencin, Simon J. Evenett, Alexander Gruber, Felix Reitz in Competitiveness • 5 min read

To make fair comparisons between capitalist economies, it's important to take non-listed firms into account....

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An empowering way for women to invest in a change for the better 

January 15, 2024 • by Shelley Zalis in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 4 min read

By taking a leading role in the impact economy, women can change the way businesses operate and transform lives....

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Taking the pain out of appraisals: rethinking performance reviews 

January 15, 2024 • by Lars Häggström in Human Resources • 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? ...

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Elections in Taiwan: good reasons to stay calm 

January 12, 2024 • by Simona Alba Grano in Leadership • 7 min read

Tensions with China may make business leaders nervous ahead of Taiwan’s 13 January elections. But there are more reasons to stay calm than worry now....

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Steward-ownership: join the ‘economic avant-garde’ and make a real impact 

January 12, 2024 • by Bryony Jansen van Tuyll in Magazine • 11 min read

Adrian Hensen, Co-founder of the Purpose Foundation, explains how the model of steward-ownership equips businesses to deliver positive change....

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When it comes to working capital, don’t dig yourself into a hole 

January 12, 2024 • by Salvatore Cantale, Marc Woodfield  in Audio articles • 8 min read

Companies figuring out how to respond to the shock of higher borrowing costs must beware of three common misconceptions....

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Develop a ‘theory of the world’ to navigate turbulent times

January 11, 2024 • by Patrick Reinmoeller in Leadership • 4 min read

How defining a unique perspective, worldview, and guiding principles can help leaders to describe, explain, and predict outcomes....

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Why shareholder engagement is a great investment in all our futures 

January 11, 2024 • by Kristin Hull in Finance • 8 min read

Activist investors have the power to direct the corporate world to embrace positive change. Kristin Hull offers a four-step guide to effective engagement....

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Five tips to make digital transformation work

January 11, 2024 • by Thomas Moons in Innovation • 6 min read

All too many digital transformation projects fail to deliver on the commitments made in the business case. But thanks to a “launch and listen” approach, Shell has broken the mold when it...

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Zhike Lei discusses how to understand failure

January 11, 2024 • by Zhike Lei in Management Cast • 1 min read • Podcast available

Professor Lei discusses how to reassess failure, and to recognise the opportunities it brings...

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Fiduciary duty and climate change: adding value in the longer term 

January 10, 2024 • by Emil Moldovan, Todd Cort, Matthew Goldberg, Jennifer Marlon, Anthony Leiserowitz in Audio articles • 12 min read

The responsibility to maximize profits guides how institutional investors, such as pension funds, invest on behalf of others. But that does not mean investing in climate change is off the table....

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Is the German economy the ‘Sick Man of Europe’ once again?

January 9, 2024 • by Camilla Erencin, Simon J. Evenett, Felix Reitz in Competitiveness • 4 min read

After nearly two decades, claims that Germany is the “sick man of Europe” are making a comeback. In the first six months of 2023, around half of Germany’s publicly-listed firms destroyed value,...

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Six ways to grow Africa’s impact ecosystem 

January 8, 2024 • by Maryanne Ochola in Audio articles • 6 min read

Economies in Africa are being transformed by targeted investment, but much more needs to be done....

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Why the return of the industrial policy matters for business

January 8, 2024 • by Simon J. Evenett, Fernando Martín Espejo in Strategy • 11 min read

Government interventions affecting corporate strategies and the markets are increasing. Now, a new tool allows leaders to see the influence of the “visible hand” more easily....

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Here’s what we predict for 2024… what about you? 

January 5, 2024 • by Robert Hooijberg, Arturo Bris, David Bach, José Parra Moyano, Michael R. Wade, Julia Binder, Howard Yu, Simon J. Evenett, Alyson Meister, Salvatore Cantale, Stefan Michel in 2024 trends • 15 min read

What can we expect to see over the coming year? IMD professors offer their expert predictions, and we invite you to join in....

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How to measure impact using the Theory of Change 

January 5, 2024 • by Vanina Farber, Patrick Reichert in Audio articles • 9 min read

What is the impact economy and why should it matter? And how do you know if your actions are making a positive difference?...

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6 ways to land your dream job – even if you are an introvert

January 4, 2024 in Human Resources • 7 min read

Introverts often hide their light under a bushel. But a powerful personal brand can help you create a positive impact and attract the right opportunities....

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