You are not your role: how to be yourself in a new leadership position Â
Taking up a new leadership post can mean a dramatic shift in the way others see you – and how you define yourself. It’s vital to learn how to separate your true...
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Prescribing a new future for healthcare: How Roche is rewriting what corporate leadership looks like
André Hoffmann has reshaped a 125-year legacy by redefining Roche’s identity, modernizing its governance, and anchoring the company in a renewed sense of purpose....
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Switching roles builds the ambidextrous leadership you’ll need. Here’s why and how.
Non-linear career paths will give your future leaders the range to drive both performance and transformation, say Ric Roi and ABB’s Luca Condosta. Individuals must actively pursue diverse experiences, while organizations need...
How do deans lead when the world turns upside down?
May 19, 2025 • by David Bach, Felix Zeltner in Leadership • 3 min read • 
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Global deans Catherine Duggan and Darren Dahl on leading through turbulence — and why optimism, not certainty, is the real power in today’s business education....
AI maturity in financial services: lessons from the most successful firms
The race to harness artificial intelligence is reshaping the financial services landscape, with industry leaders demonstrating how strategic AI implementation drives competitive advantage. IMD's AI Maturity Index reveals the winning formula....
Beyond survival: What business leaders can learn from necessity entrepreneurs
Necessity entrepreneurs demonstrate remarkable resilience and creativity in the face of extreme challenges, offering valuable insights for business leaders seeking to navigate uncertainty in today’s complex global economy....
From uncertain to confident: How executive coaching unlocked career potential Â
Sarah, a senior manager at a global pharmaceutical company, excels in her role but feels overwhelmed by workplace demands. Struggling to assert herself and make aligned personal decisions, she recognizes the need...
Can 12 minutes of breathing a day change how you lead?Â
Mindfulness expert Christoph Glaser shares insights from Breathe, his best-selling book on how simple, breath-based techniques can reduce stress, sharpen focus, and help leaders stay centred under pressure....
David Bach: Why we all benefit from America’s top universitiesÂ
May 1, 2025 • by David Bach, Felix Zeltner in Leadership • 3 min read • Podcast available
In the latest episode, IMD President David Bach explains the vital importance of the partnership between the US government and the elite research universities, what we can learn from the vibrancy of...
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