“We were so scared of our IPO”: Leaders Unplugged with former On-CEO Marc Maurer
Marc Maurer shares how ON grew from startup to IPO by defying hype, focusing on purpose, and leading with humility in this candid Leaders Unplugged episode....
August 7, 2025 • by Karl Schmedders, Knut Haanaes in Business strategy • 9 min read
Climate change is making areas “uninsurable.” Businesses must act now—integrate climate risk into strategy or face escalating financial losses....
Continue readingJuly 8, 2025 • by Alyson Meister, Marc Maurer in Business strategy • 2 min read • Podcast available
Marc Maurer shares how ON grew from startup to IPO by defying hype, focusing on purpose, and leading with humility in this candid Leaders Unplugged episode....
June 27, 2025 • by David Bach in Business strategy • 9 min read
Business leaders today should identify their points of leverage – be it public influence, economic power, or industry collaboration – to quietly but effectively push back against policies that undermine democracy, said...
May 14, 2025 • by Christian Stutz in Business strategy • 5 min read
When trade barriers rise and key markets collapse, companies face tough strategic decisions. Lessons from Finnish industry offer a practical playbook for navigating exit under uncertainty....
May 12, 2025 • by Julia Binder in Business strategy • 3 min read
Sustainable corporate change is a challenging feat to pull off. Julia Binder examines the barriers and drivers of change to increase your chances of success....
April 28, 2025 in Business strategy • 10 min read
As global trade tensions and US tariffs disrupt conventional supply chains, corporate leaders must reconsider resilience through strategic diversification, regionalization, and risk management in order to remain competitive in an increasingly protectionist...
March 12, 2025 • by Anne Kawalerski, Michelle Lynn, Elisabeth Oak in Business strategy • 8 min read
Using insights from a Bloomberg Media study,here are six ways leaders can influence corporate reputation approaches within their organizations....
March 10, 2025 • by José Parra Moyano in Business strategy • 6 min read
José Parra Moyano of IMD outlines why a lot of AI projects fail and advises CFOs to put more emphasis on staff buy-in, data preparation, and business value....
March 7, 2025 • by Heather Cairns-Lee, Alexander Fleischmann in Business strategy • 5 min read
As businesses face growing polarization on DE&I, companies must embed inclusion into their core strategy, empower leaders to drive change, and ensure that the progress made so far is not quietly undone....
January 30, 2025 • by Stéphane J. G. Girod in Business strategy • 10 min read
CEO Manuel Reman blends Krug’s tradition with innovation, fostering deeper connections with global audiences and emphasizing authenticity to keep the champagne house relevant amid shifting tastes and sustainability challenges....
January 9, 2025 • by Michael D. Watkins in Business strategy • 8 min read
Although it is commonly accepted that strategic thinking is an essential leadership skill, many executives find it difficult to regularly give it top priority....
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