How to make your ‘imposter’ monster a trusted friend
Most of us have an inner demon that says, “You’re not good enough”. And, in an era when leaders are expected to question themselves and their decisions, imposter syndrome could be on...
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How to think like a sovereign wealth fund
Sovereign wealth fund governance illustrates how boardroom identity, alignment, and a long‑term horizon enable resilient decision‑making, strategic stewardship, and sustainable competitive advantage. ...
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Beyond the obvious: quiet predictors of VC fund performance with Michael Kim
February 13, 2025 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in Leadership • 1 min read • 
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The founder of Cendana discusses the strategies for partnering with emerging general partners...
The Tolaram family enterprise on building and sustaining a legacy over 75 years
Tolaram, the Singapore-headquartered family business, has global interests in logistics, consumer goods, and technology. Family members Mohan Vaswani and Sajen Aswani discuss the company’s values-based system of meritocracy, the family’s move to...
Well-being initiatives aren’t working. Here’s how to drive real change
It takes more than an occasional yoga class to tackle the problems of burnout, financial stress, and poor mental and physical health. New research reveals which strategies can move the dial on...
Alternative exit options for VC funds, with Liz Campbell
January 30, 2025 • by Karl Schmedders, Raphaël Grieco in Leadership • 2 min read • Podcast available
The CIO at Portfolio Advisors discusses the challenges of realising returns in an increasingly sophisticated VC market...
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