The power of limits: Eno’s strange exercises for innovation
Visionary composer Brian Eno uses “strange exercises” to help foster creative conditions for writing new music – exercises that can be readily adapted to innovate in business....

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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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Visionary composer Brian Eno uses “strange exercises” to help foster creative conditions for writing new music – exercises that can be readily adapted to innovate in business....
January 14, 2025 • by Jerry Davis in Leadership • 10 min read
Many new businesses have emerged in recent years with few employees, no roots in the community, and heavily reliant on Big Tech for survival. How does this square with the demands for...
January 14, 2025 • by Jennifer Jordan in Leadership • 3 min read
Balancing authenticity with workplace demands poses a challenge for leaders striving for integrity. How can you reconcile your true self with organizational expectations?...
January 13, 2025 • by Julia Binder, Robert Hooijberg, Alyson Meister, Michael D. Watkins, John R. Weeks, Stefan Michel, Howard H. Yu in Leadership • 7 min read
Thinking about a career change? Keen to move industry or transition into a new role? IMD professors share the best advice they have received or gleaned over their careers....
January 10, 2025 • by Julia Binder in Leadership • 7 min read
Companies need clear guidance to achieve sustainable business transformation. A practical roadmap identifying drivers for effective change can make success more likely....
January 10, 2025 • by Jennifer Jordan in Leadership • 3 min read
Power is neither good nor evil; nor is it the ultimate goal. The chief aim is to show leadership, which comes down to how you use your power....
January 10, 2025 • by Carlos Cordon in Leadership • 6 min read
GenAI is becoming a more common feature of the supply chain function, but significant areas of opportunity remain, suggests IMD’s Carlos Cordon....
January 9, 2025 • by Michael D. Watkins in Leadership • 3 min read
In every digital transformation there is a technical side of change and a human side – which is where transformation efforts most often go off the rails. These are the key AI-related...
January 9, 2025 • by Karl Schmedders, Raphaël Grieco in Leadership • 1 min read • Podcast available
The experienced VC manager explores the cycles, metrics and misconceptions associated with VC....
January 8, 2025 • by Tania Lennon in Leadership • 10 min read
The increasing pace of disruption and change means leaders need to cultivate behaviors that support their sustained success. From building strategic flexibility to broadening stakeholder connections, here is our expert guide to...
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