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In volatile times, the traditional strengths of the CFO come to the fore
In an era of geopolitical shocks, rapid technological change and large-scale corporate transformation, Woodside Energy’s CFO Graham Tiver argues that the core disciplines of finance leadership are more important than ever....
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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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Specialization in action: inside a Specialist VC’s playbook for success
June 14, 2024 • by Karl Schmedders, Raphaël Grieco in Capital Conversations • 1 min read • Podcast available
Evgenia Plotnikova, General Partner at Dawn Capital, discusses whether VCs should broaden or narrow their focus in years to come...
Creating a belonging culture
June 14, 2024 • by Sunita Sehmi in Coaching Corner • 4 min read
When Jules was promoted to global VP, the pressure was suddenly acute to bridge cultural differences and ensure everyone in the team felt a sense of belonging and ownership. Getting this right...
Western EV manufacturers have much to learn from their Chinese counterparts
This weekend’s G7 summit will see renewed calls for protectionist measures against Chinese EV manufacturers. But tariffs would be misguided and universally damaging, warns IMD’s Howard Yu...
The G7 gangs up on China
June 13, 2024 • by Simon J. Evenett, Fernando Martín Espejo in Competitiveness • 5 min read • Podcast available
At this weekend’s Summit, G7 leaders will issue a stinging critique of China’s trade practices – but the G7’s bark is worse than its bite. This is just as well, argue Simon...
Think manufacturing closer to home is too costly? These digital tools might just change your mind
Many executives recognize the value of local manufacturing but struggle to shake off the view that low-cost production is better for the bottom line. Exploring their options through simulations and competitive games...
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