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Adapting, Innovating, and Learning from Failure, with Zhike Lei

February 13, 2024 • by Zhike Lei in Leadership • 1 min read • Podcast available

Zhike Lei discusses why senior staff need to adapt and play a visible role in driving engagement when failures occur...

Empowering your business with a modern mindset

February 9, 2024 • by Robert Hooijberg in Leadership • 6 min read

IMD’s Robert Hooijberg explains why empowerment should be integral to organizational design....

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Add authenticity if you want to lead with authority and approachability

February 9, 2024 • by George Kohlrieser in Leadership • 7 min read

In today’s high-stakes business world, striking a balance between being approachable and authoritative is tricky. George Kohlrieser explains in seven steps how to become an authentic and effective leader....

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Should you work for a narcissistic leader?

February 1, 2024 • by Michael Watkins in Leadership • 8 min read

They’re charismatic, confident, visionary – and grandiose, defensive, punishing. Narcissists can be inspiring, and they can break you. The key is to be aware of what you’re getting into, says Michael Watkins....

How to communicate charismatically

February 1, 2024 • by Branka Zei Pollermann in Leadership • 6 min read

Many executives struggle with how to make their speeches more compelling. The most charismatic leaders think not just about what they say, but how they say it....

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Challenging dogmatic narratives in venture capital, with Fergal Mullen – Part 1

January 26, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in Leadership • 1 min read • Podcast available

Fergal Mullen emphasizes that success metrics should extend beyond mere fund size and align with broader strategies at investment firms...

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Seven psychological needs that underlie ‘problem’ behavior

January 26, 2024 • by Michael Yaziji in Leadership • 11 min read

Executives often struggle to lead teams effectively because they are oblivious to the psychological factors that shape human behavior. Understanding and recognizing these factors opens the door to better outcomes....