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Tradition and innovation: the paradox powering family business

January 31, 2025 • by Alfredo De Massis, Emanuela Rondi, Vittoria Magrelli , Francesco Debellis in Family business • 9 min read

Tradition is defined as the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation. Innovation is the process of changing something established by introducing new methods...

What to do when two tribes go to work

January 31, 2025 • by Katharina Lange in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Tribal groups exist in every organization. Here are some simple ways to break down “them-and-us” silos, foster a more positive team culture, and make the company more productive....

Conquering fear in order to rebuild trust at the top

January 31, 2025 • by Angelica Adamski in Coaching Corner • 5 min read

In our Coaching Corner series, we share real-world coaching cases that come from our work with leaders....

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Alternative exit options for VC funds, with Liz Campbell

January 30, 2025 • by Karl Schmedders, Raphaël Grieco in Capital Conversations • 2 min read • Podcast available

The CIO at Portfolio Advisors discusses the challenges of realising returns in an increasingly sophisticated VC market...

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Think AI is a useful ‘copilot’? Soon it will take the controls

January 30, 2025 • by Michael Yaziji in Audio articles • 9 min read

The implications of generative AI for ‘knowledge’ work are more profound than many of us might think. Organizations need to wake up....

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Drawing on Krug’s roots and innovation to navigate luxury’s new reality

January 30, 2025 • by Stéphane J. G. Girod in Leadership • 10 min read

CEO Manuel Reman blends Krug’s tradition with innovation, fostering deeper connections with global audiences and emphasizing authenticity to keep the champagne house relevant amid shifting tastes and sustainability challenges....

Are you reading me? 10 key lessons from the cyber-attack on the British Library

January 30, 2025 • by Öykü Işık in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

When the British Library fell victim to a major ransomware attack it adopted a policy of full transparency. Here are 10 vital lessons businesses can learn from the incident – especially if...

You are not your role: how to lead without losing yourself

January 29, 2025 • by Judy Kent, Alyson Meister in Leadership • 7 min read

Taking up a new leadership post can mean a dramatic shift in the way others see you – and how you define yourself. It is vital to learn how to separate your...

Women in leadership: boardroom barriers and how to address them

January 29, 2025 • by Mary Meaney Haynes in Brain Circuits • 2 min read

Getting more women into the senior executive pipeline remains a considerable challenge. It begins with identifying the barriers and then addressing them....

Trump 2.0: A catalyst for China’s next transformation?

January 28, 2025 • by Mark J. Greeven in Geopolitics • 9 min read

Key themes of self-reliance, diversification, and technological leapfrogging are likely to emerge amidst a return to familiar policies against the backdrop of a changed world....

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Keep an eye on marketing if you want to avoid a car crash

January 28, 2025 • by Su-Mei Thompson in Audio articles • 6 min read

As campaign disasters at Apple, Bud Light, and Jaguar demonstrate, boards shy away from marketing oversight at their peril....

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Do you know the four As of cultivating strategic thinking?

January 28, 2025 • by Tania Lennon in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Being able to think strategically is key to addressing the ever-increasing demands on leaders – but it’s easier said than done. Here are four key capabilities that will help you succeed in...

HR in the driving seat

January 27, 2025 • by Didier Bonnet in Artificial Intelligence • 5 min read

No one expects CHROs to become technical experts, but with a firm grasp of the fundamentals they can help shape an intelligent approach to AI adoption...

Soft skills for hard targets: Why leaders need IDGs to reach the SDGs

January 27, 2025 • by David Bach, Natalia Olynec, Heather Cairns-Lee in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Progress towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals has been slow. Leaders need Inner Development Goals to become true sustainability champions....

As Trump looms large over Davos, executives keep calm and carry on

January 24, 2025 • by David Bach, Simon J. Evenett, Öykü Işık, Arturo Bris, Julia Binder, Knut Haanaes, Sophie Bacq, Jennifer Jordan, Sarah E. Toms, Natalia Olynec in 2025 Trends • 13 min read

Business leaders at this year’s World Economic Forum sought to block out the political noise and focus on what’s happening in the real economy....

5 ways to kick bad habits

January 24, 2025 • by Faisal Hoque in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Just as individuals can reap big benefits from kicking bad habits, businesses must consider scrapping old habits, processes, and ways of thinking to reinvent themselves and stay relevant. Here are five “LIFTS” to...

Bias in Generative AI: A risk that must be addressed now

January 23, 2025 • by Alexander Fleischmann , Öykü Işık, Sarah E. Toms in Artificial Intelligence • 8 min read

As GenAI accelerates towards near universal integration, bias in data, algorithms and outcomes can be a significant risk to businesses and society. An IMD white paper with Microsoft Switzerland and EqualVoice launched...

Mind the Gap

January 23, 2025 • by I by IMD in White Papers • 3 min read

Addressing the risk of bias in Generative AI ...

Do you know how to spot phishing attacks?

January 23, 2025 • by Öykü Işık in Brain Circuits • 3 min read

Last year saw a nearly 60% surge in phishing attacks. While systemic defenses against such threats offer valuable protection, they are not enough. Enhance your resistance to phishing by taking this short...

Honda and Nissan need more than a $58bn merger to compete with Chinese EVs

January 22, 2025 • by Patrick Reinmoeller in Business transformation • 8 min read

In the face of growing competition from BYD and Tesla, Honda and Nissan's large merger wager may not be sufficient to bridge the gap. Thinking outside of the box may be essential...