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The missing ingredient that makes leadership development stick? Micro-experiments
Leadership programs can be powerful catalysts for self-awareness. But insight alone rarely changes deeply ingrained behaviors. Micro-experiments help leaders translate learning into lasting change by testing new approaches in real situations....
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Sustaining momentum at Coach: Three priorities for a CFO on the growth path
New York-based fashion brand Coach’s recent growth marks a turning point, but also a test. For CFO Alex Brocklehurst, sustaining momentum requires long-term discipline, judgment at the finance–marketing interface, and influence beyond...
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In uncertain times, trust doesn’t disappear – it thins
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Driving high performance is about more than the need for speed
March 12, 2026 • by Susan Goldsworthy in Management • 7 min read • 
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Once in pole position on the grid, Atlassian Williams F1 Team is rebuilding its competitive advantage. In conversation with Susan Goldsworthy, the company’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Ann Perrins, explains how people,...
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