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Trust and governance, not data and technology, will separate winners from losers in the race to build ecosystems that sustain value. A remote Scottish island offers a few clues to the way...
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April 27, 2021 in CEO Dialogue Series • 6 min read
The former CEO of IT company Infotheek Group shares his secrets for successful M&A integration, picking the right bets, and saving time on emails....
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Understanding the types of conflicts of interest that can arise in the boardroom can help a business to mitigate potential problems and create policies and oversight that work in the interests of...
April 22, 2021 • by Michael R. Wade in Management • 1 min read • 
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CEOs get paid more than anyone else in the corporate world, and are seen as having a similarly outsized influence on their companies’ fortunes....
Reuse can transform industries that struggle to recycle products, but it can also impact on the viability of the recycling industry. Before designing a circular economy strategy, companies must decide on the...
Destructive conflict is often rooted in perceived incompatibilities between team members. By being proactive and surfacing these upfront, when the pressure is off, managers can inoculate teams against future blow-ups....
Distribution changes are calling for luxury brands to become more comfortable with digital. However, physical distribution remains relevant, so the focus should be on connecting customers’ online and offline journeys to help...
The rise of CEOs taking a stance on controversial political issues is not just a US phenomenon. European business leaders must learn to address the politics that matter to their stakeholders. ...
April 20, 2021 • by Jean-Philippe Bonardi, Quentin Gallea, Dimitrija Kalanoski in Sustainability • 5 min read
New research confirms that global air quality improved due to COVID-19 lockdown measures. It also underlines the complexity of policy and lifestyle changes needed to control pollution in the long run....
Carlos Moreira, Wisekey CEO and Founder, and IMD’s Professor of Finance Arturo Bris say it’s a lack of understanding that’s holding back the freedom that in fact comes with blockchain-based digital identities....
April 15, 2021 • by Michael Day in Leadership • 10 min read
Leaders of arts and heritage organizations reveal the daunting challenges they have faced during the past year navigating closures and lockdowns...
April 15, 2021 • by Michael R. Wade in Management • 1 min read • Podcast available
Over the past twenty years, a simple five word phrase has become one of the most popular ideas in business....
Destructive conflict is often rooted in perceived incompatibilities between team members. By being proactive and surfacing these upfront, when the pressure is off, managers can inoculate teams against future blow-ups....
Once in pole position on the grid, Atlassian Williams F1 Team is rebuilding its competitive advantage. In conversation with Susan Goldsworthy, the company’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Ann Perrins, explains how people, culture, and learning accelerate performance.
Societe Generale CEO Slawomir Krupa on turnaround decisions, fintech pressure, and why long-term discipline beats short-term noise.
Tech executive Katarina Bonde on scaling responsibly, navigating investor tensions, and staying pragmatic in the current AI bubble.
The greatest barrier to women’s advancement emerges early in a career, not at the top. Kweilin Ellingrud examines how the first promotion to manager shapes long-term progression.
AI may become one of the most significant leadership opportunities for women in decades. Its impact will depend on how capability, governance, and leadership are built around it.
Slawomir Krupa, CEO of Societe Generale, tells Jean-François Manzoni how restoring financial discipline and protecting the bank’s capacity to innovate under pressure helped restore faith in one of Europe’s oldest institutions
A skills-first approach is emerging as the future of workforce strategy. Jeff Schwartz and Mike Worthington identify the key questions to consider and explain how it’s done.
Since COVID-19, one trend has silently taken over the way we work. What used to be quick exchanges have become scheduled calls, and leaders and teams find themselves juggling double- or triple-bookings. Use the Remote Communication Matrix to restore clarity and reclaim thinking time.
Considering a career transition? Begin by identifying your unique values and strengths. Sophi Hazi and Arturo Pasquel guide you through the process.
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