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Beating the backlash: A cohesive vision for the future of D&I
22 hours ago • by Luca Condosta in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 10 min read • 
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In an era of political polarization, organizations can no longer afford to engage in 'performative' inclusion. Luca Condosta offers four essential ways to build strategic cohesion to avoid virtue signaling and drive...
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Five trends to watch in China in 2024
China’s Central Economic Work Conference 2023, led by President Xi Jinping, highlighted the nation’s focus on technological self-reliance, accelerated opening-up, and strengthened macroeconomic regulation. But it did not provide the anticipated clarity...
Mike & Amit talk 2024: Our predictions for the new year
December 22, 2023 • by Michael R. Wade, Amit Joshi in Mike & Amit Talk Tech • 2 min read • 
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In the final episode of 2023 Mike and Amit discuss what to expect in the coming year of technological development...
When good culture turns bad: ensuring a healthy and ethical work environment
Scandals at Deutsche Bank and Rio Tinto are stark reminders for leaders to scrutinize their organizations. Embracing empowerment and implementing continuous assessment are two crucial factors in addressing shortcomings....
Working through loss: managing unexpected change
December 21, 2023 • by Alyson Meister in Human Resources • 11 min read
Losing your job unexpectedly can be debilitating. Here are four ways to navigate the storm and rebuild our sense of identity....
Essential levers to add value and create maximum impact
December 21, 2023 • by Adrian Ackeret in Audio articles • 12 min read
Ventures that change ecosystems will pioneer the impact economy, argues Adrian Ackeret, and they require a supportive environment for innovation, entrepreneurship, and funding....
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Reframing the role of anxiety in leadershipÂ
December 19, 2023 • by Alyson Meister in Human Resources • 8 min read • Podcast available
Morra Aarons-Mele, author and host of the Anxious Achiever podcast, discusses the strategies to help turn anxiety into a leadership superpower....
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A winter wonderland of fine reading and fishy tales
December 16, 2023 in Book Review • 3 min read
IMD professors recommend books for the festive season....
The power of holistic scholarships for India’s underprivileged girlsÂ
All-inclusive scholarships that offer mentorship, life skills coaching, and career development along with financial support can empower girls from underprivileged backgrounds to achieve financial independence and break an intergenerational cycle of poverty....
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The four governance trends that will impact investments in 2024
Didier Cossin, Chaired Professor of Governance and Finance and Founder and Director of the IMD Global Board Center, looks at how the governance of political, corporate, and non-market institutions and systems will...
Experiences, engagement, and brand extensions: Decoding the new age of luxury hospitality
Luxury firms traditionally operating in hospitality are crossing arms with luxury brands entering the sector, or so it seems. Both types of players are gaining traction and growing their respective businesses through...
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