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Knowing when and how to adapt your operating mode as a leader is critical to sustained success in volatile and changing times. ...
Continue readingMarch 24, 2025 • by David Bach, Felix Zeltner in Leaders Unplugged • 2 min read • 
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Leaders Unplugged is real talk with the impactful. Candid, honest, actionable – and fresh from behind the scenes. Presented by IMD in collaboration with Remote Daily. Hosted by IMD’s president, David Bach....
Being an inclusive leader involves listening, questioning your assumptions, and admitting that you don’t know it all. Spot how you can make the following scenarios more inclusive and read on for tips...
All leaders are driven to succeed. But is your ‘be-perfect driver’ impelling you to chase the unachievable? Answer these eight questions honestly to check whether you need to watch out for potential...
Skills are becoming obsolescent faster than ever, and potential leaders are given little time to achieve mastery. Use this questionnaire to decide whether to prioritize depth of experience in your current role,...
GenAI can deliver substantial benefits, but the list of its high-profile failures is growing – and few organizations understand the risks. Tomoko Yokoi outlines how a deliberate data governance strategy can mitigate the risks and...
 As AI reshapes finance functions, CFOs are positioned to harness unprecedented productivity gains, provided they address the accompanying regulatory and workforce challenges, says IMD’s Arturo Bris...
Widespread bias and lack of inclusivity across the tech world deters women from pursuing careers in the sector. This is a significant business risk. Here are some practical actions every reader can...
March 13, 2025 • by Howard H. Yu in Podcasts • 6 min read • Podcast available
Julie Linn Teigland of EY tells IMD's Howard Yu why it’s better to admit you’re unsure and collaborate to find a solution....
Digital technologies, and artificial intelligence in particular, allow us to extract insights from data. This will allow industrial companies, the backbone of our economy, to be more resource-efficient, more productive, and more...
With established methods of finding and retaining talent no longer fit for purpose, businesses need to find more effective solutions. They can start by challenging their leaders and hiring managers to perform...
Companies are spending billions on artificial intelligence. But are they making any money from it? IMD’s Karl Schmedders on hidden costs, vibe coding and how companies can turn AI into business value.
Living longer is changing business. Carlos Cordon, Professor of Strategy and Supply Chain Management at IMD, explores longevity, retirement, workforce health – and what leaders need to rethink.
IEA chief Fatih Birol on the age of electricity, Europe’s strategic energy mistakes, the Hormuz shock – and why trust is now an energy asset.
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