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Lessons in laughter can seriously improve your leadership
January 30, 2024 • by Emilia Bunea in Audio articles • 9 min read
A sprinkling of well-judged humor makes for better leadership. Through training and practice, executives can acquire the tools of comedy to enhance how they lead....
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Venture capital: generate impact or push for a healthy return?
January 29, 2024 • by Valentina Masseretti , Anita Quas , Stefano Romito, Clodia Vurro in Finance • 8 min read
Impact venture capital in Europe is generating lower financial returns than its traditional counterpart. Here are three possible reasons why....
The cooperative economy: A vision for tackling society’s grand challenges
A new book by Dovev Lavie, Professor at the Department of Management and Technology of Bocconi University, sets out an extraordinary plan to tackle urgent social problems of inequality, wealth concentration, loss...
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Challenging dogmatic narratives in venture capital, with Fergal Mullen – Part 1
January 26, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in Capital Conversations • 1 min read • 
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Fergal Mullen emphasizes that success metrics should extend beyond mere fund size and align with broader strategies at investment firms...
Seven psychological needs that underlie ‘problem’ behavior
January 26, 2024 • by Michael Yaziji in Audio articles • 11 min read
Executives often struggle to lead teams effectively because they are oblivious to the psychological factors that shape human behavior. Understanding and recognizing these factors opens the door to better outcomes....
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How to manage emotions when facing defeat, with Zhike Lei
January 25, 2024 • by Zhike Lei in Management Cast • 2 min read • Podcast available
Professor Zhike Lei discusses how to create a failure-positive workplace and how to manage fear...
5 strategies to rejuvenate momentum towards boardroom diversity
As companies grapple with economic uncertainties, the progress towards more inclusive boards is slowing down. Broadening the talent search and investing in training programs are crucial for redressing the slide....
How social finance can drive sustainable development
Access to basic services and infrastructure remains out of reach for an alarming number of people. Social finance, targeted at addressing deep-set societal challenges, is one way for investors to make a...
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