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When star performers target rivals, a team loses
10 hours ago • by Linus Dahlander , Henning Piezunka, Arne Thomas in Leadership • 9 min read • 
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When contests turn personal, employees can make high-risk choices that hurt the organization. Linus Dahlander, Henning Piezunka, and Arne Thomas suggest ways to identify and reverse the damage....
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The beginner’s guide to starting an art collection
August 14, 2024 • by Magnus Resch in Creativity • 8 min read
Bestselling author and art market expert Magnus Resch shares insights that every collector should consider before making their first purchase....
Paris 2024: The ‘greenest ever Games’ has set a new standard for global events
The legacy of these Olympics extends far beyond the final medal count, providing a model for how global events can contribute positively to both the environment and society....
Future-ready? A methodical approach will repay you
August 9, 2024 • by Howard H. Yu, Jialu Shan, Alexandre Sonderegger , Lawrence Tempel in Competitiveness • 7 min read
Singapore-based DBS bank was being shaken by nimble competitors from China, and it needed to change fast. But CEO Piyush Gupta knew that blowing a fortune on the latest technology was not...
How to handle a power imbalance in negotiations
Negotiation is hard at the best of times, especially when your counterpart may question your legitimacy. Negotiation experts Fiorella Erni and Francesca Giulia Mereu share three key pieces of advice on navigating...
Is the single CEO leadership model still fit for purpose?
As the scope and demands of the CEO role become ever more complex, shifting to a shared leadership model, such as a co-CEO arrangement, could help prevent burnout, increase job satisfaction, and...
Abstract thinking: how artworks can sharpen decision-making
August 7, 2024 • by Peter Lorange in Creativity • 6 min read
How works of art support the decision-making process and can help new businesses thrive....
YouTubeThe ‘Trust Factor’ in building strong GP-LP relationships, with Harshul Sanghi
August 6, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in Capital Conversations • 1 min read • 
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The co-founding partner at Willowtree Investments underscores the importance of value alignment and trust in fostering successful partnerships...
Leveraging AI for smarter sustainability
AI can enhance sustainability reporting and uncover insights to deepen green efforts. However, it also has its own environmental impact. Here’s our advice for handling the double imperative of sustainability with and...
Circular economy: Cooperation is the key to success
August 5, 2024 • by Julia Binder, Manuel Braun in Competitiveness • 14 min read
A network of partnerships and coalitions set within supportive ecosystems can be powerful enablers for successful circular business models....
How a new approach to demand planning can redefine success
Demand Planning Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are frequently criticized for being too complex or irrelevant. However, an emerging approach is gaining popularity: evaluating the effectiveness of the planning process itself, rather than...
Navigating global and local strategies: FUCHS’ journey in China and what other businesses can learn about their approach
FUCHS SE's journey in China shows how its FUCHS2025 strategy balances global ambitions with local agility, leveraging local expertise for global innovation....
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