Taking political risk out of the equation
With half the world going to the polls this year, how do businesses manage political risk? IMD’s David Bach suggests businesses must look beyond the electoral cycle by aligning their interests with...
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How to cultivate expertise in an age of obsolescenceÂ
September 11, 2024 • by Sarena Lin , Tania Lennon in Human Resources • 7 min read
How leaders can retain cutting-edge expertise as the lifecycle of skills shrinks....
Where Mario Draghi’s €800bn industrial strategy for Europe falls short
The former Italian premier and ECB president’s call for massive EU investment is a wake-up call to Europe’s economic stagnation. But can the continent afford the trade-offs he overlooks?...
Europe’s Digital Markets Act: Bold reform or stifling regulation?
As the EU enforces the Digital Markets Act, tech giants face strict new rules aimed at curbing their dominance – but critics warn the move could stifle innovation and limit consumer choice....
How are regulators shaping the use of corporate data in the AI era?
Today, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly large language models (LLMs), are changing the value proposition by potentially transforming mountains of unstructured data into actionable insights....
5 Archery-inspired principles to help your team hit the bullseye
With its focus on targeted practice, mindful focus, mental toughness, adaptability, and continuous improvement, archery can provide valuable lessons for those looking to develop their team. ...
Human creativity: Drawing on untapped potential
September 4, 2024 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Jasmina Djordjevic in Creativity • 9 min read
In a world of AI, drawing on the untapped potential of the human capabilities of creativity and imagination is perhaps more important than ever for leaders....
Museum of art that exhibits appetite for risk and innovation
August 30, 2024 • by Adam Levine in Creativity • 6 min read
The Toledo Museum of Art takes a novel approach to bringing art to the masses, unusual in a sector dominated by conservative thinking....
Why embracing circularity strengthens business resilience and long-term profitability
August 30, 2024 • by Julia Binder, Manuel Braun in I by IMD Book Club • 9 min read
Julia Binder and Manuel Braun delve into why a circular approach to business can help build more resilience and boost profitability....
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From crisis to growth: Navigating portfolio triage in venture capital with Michael Stucky
August 29, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in Capital Conversations • 1 min read • 
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The Chief Investment Officer at Serpentine Ventures explores how VCs navigate the treacherous waters of portfolio triage...
How to make work work for you
Leading Thinkers50 contributors Andrew Barnes, Poornima Luthra, and Rita McGrath share strategies for making our working environment conducive to good mental wellbeing with Morra Aarons-Mele, author of The Anxious Achiever and host of the...
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