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Today’s workforce often includes a mix of freelancers, agency temps, and outside contractors. Here are four work models to keep these elements motivated....
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Trust is like a dance. Learn the steps to be a better leaderÂ
April 3, 2025 • by Ben Bryant in Managing people • 12 min read • 
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To waltz smoothly through office life, we need to balance vulnerability and honest feedback. And it’s perfectly fine to step on someone’s toes occasionally....
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The many avatars of the responsible leader
January 21, 2025 • by Anand Narasimhan in Managing people • 7 min read
Our perceptions of responsible leadership have changed radically over time. Anand Narasimhan gives a brief history and explains why understanding these archetypes can inform your approach....
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The challenge of setting ambitious targets as a leader
April 26, 2024 • by Angelica Adamski in Managing people • 5 min read
Executive coach Angelica Adamski shares the challenges facing Lyndsey in aligning and leading a new and globally dispersed sales team....
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Henkel’s Carsten Knobel: A CEO who sticks to his strategy
February 27, 2024 in Managing people • 9 min read • 
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Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel tells IMD President Jean-François Manzoni why he has remained laser focused on implementing its purposeful growth agenda and why the company decided to exit Russia....
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Why organizations should tailor the workplace to empower Gen Z and share benefits across all generationsÂ
The changing world of work is challenging both seasoned employees and newcomers to the workplace. Rather than regarding first-time workers as difficult and forcing them to adapt to old norms, organizations should...
When good culture turns bad: ensuring a healthy and ethical work environment
Scandals at Deutsche Bank and Rio Tinto are stark reminders for leaders to scrutinize their organizations. Embracing empowerment and implementing continuous assessment are two crucial factors in addressing shortcomings....
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