Geopolitics dominates Davos: Values-based pragmatism as a blueprint for action
From Trump and transatlantic tensions to AI’s reality check and sustainability’s reinvention, Davos 2026 signals a shift toward values-based pragmatism....

January 23, 2026 • by David Bach, Julia Binder in Leadership • 2 min read
Live from Davos: IMD’s Julia Binder and David Bach cut through the headlines on geopolitics, AI, energy – and competing visions for the international order....
Continue readingJanuary 23, 2026 • by David Bach, Julia Binder, Arturo Bris, Frédéric Dalsace, Simon J. Evenett, Florian Hoos , Jennifer Jordan, Sara Ratti, Karl Schmedders, Sarah E. Toms, Ginka Toegel in Leadership • 14 min read
From Trump and transatlantic tensions to AI’s reality check and sustainability’s reinvention, Davos 2026 signals a shift toward values-based pragmatism....
January 22, 2026 • by Shelley Zalis in Leadership • 4 min read
Multigenerational teams bring competitive advantages. It’s vital to tap into the wisdom and experience of older workers, urges Shelley Zalis....
January 21, 2026 • by Rupa Dash in Leadership • 7 min read
As women live longer, society must rethink careers and leadership to unlock a longevity-equality dividend that enables women to contribute and lead at every life stage....
January 21, 2026 • by Sophie Bacq in Leadership • 3 min read
Brain Circuits Five key insights from necessity entrepreneurs by Sophie Bacq Published January 16, 2026 in Brain Circuits DownloadSave We tend to associate entrepreneurship with Silicon Valley startups and innovative tech companies. However,...
January 20, 2026 • by Caroline Basyn in Leadership • 5 min read
Aspiring tech board members must have role-specific experience and knowledge, says Caroline Basyn ...
January 19, 2026 • by Roland Liebscher-Bracht, Petra Bracht, Christoph Glaser in Leadership • 9 min read
Roland Liebscher-Bracht, Petra Bracht and Christoph Glaser share a three-part formula for daily leadership practice....
January 16, 2026 • by Jørgen Vig Knudstorp in Leadership • 7 min read
Real influence in the boardroom comes not from power or persuasion, but from humility, clarity, and the courage to disagree, says Jørgen Vig Knudstorp...
January 15, 2026 • by Michael D. Watkins in Leadership • 9 min read
CEO successions rarely fail because of poor selection – they fail in execution. As Sergio Ermotti prepares to step down, UBS has the opportunity to turn leadership transition from a risk-management exercise...
January 14, 2026 • by John Kay in Leadership • 4 min read
The average S&P 500 company now lasts under 20 years. Shareholder-value thinking has led to a short-term focus; longevity can be achieved only by investing in people, innovation, and stewardship. ...
January 13, 2026 • by Julia Binder, Knut Haanaes in Leadership • 2 min read • Podcast available
IMD’s Inside the Transition hosts Pictet CSO Marie-Laure Schaufelberger to explore how finance drives the energy transition and ESG strategies....
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