Integrate or partner? An M&A analysis from the acquiree’s point of view

Family managers’ entrepreneurial intentions (EI) play a crucial role in the long-term success of family firms. Previous research has highlighted ed...

As baby-boomer CEOs retire, a new wave of leaders is taking over. These new CEOs are full of fresh ideas and perspectives. However, many inevitably...

When one of On’s co-founders stepped into the elevator at the brand new On Labs headquarters in Zurich, a fellow co-worker asked whether it was als...

Keep the “change hamburger” in mind as you steer through your transformation journey.

This conceptual, multi-voiced paper aims to collectively explore and theorize family entrepreneuring, which is a research stream dedicated to inves...

Digital technologies, when used in the right way, can benefit organizational performance, improve people’s lives, and protect the planet.

Companies have a growing problem of information overload regarding markets and competitors, which often prevents the C-suite from making the best d...

This note highlights the pivotal role of psychological safety in fostering a culture of flexibility and innovation within organizations, especially in a rapidly changing business environment. Drawing from Amy Edmondson's seminal research, psychological safety is defined as the collective assurance felt by team members that they can openly express ideas, admit mistakes, and propose changes without fear of negative repercussions. The note delineates four critical stages of psychological safety: Inclusion safety, where individuals feel valued and integral; Learner safety, promoting a culture of growth and acceptance of the learning process; Contributor safety, where members feel their inputs are genuinely appreciated; and Challenger safety, encouraging challenges to the status quo. Leadership's role is central to cultivating psychological safety. Leaders can promote it by framing tasks as learning challenges, acknowledging their own vulnerabilities, and fostering a culture of inquiry. The note also emphasizes the importance of regularly assessing the level of psychological safety through keen observation of team dynamics and the use of surveys. This foundational understanding of psychological safety offers organizations a pathway to enhance performance, innovation, and competitive advantage.

The CEO of Revier Cattle Company, Tom Revier, had been an innovator in sustainable farming and humane livestock practices for over two decades. He ...

In today's turbulent business landscape, organizational change is imperative for survival and success. However, research reveals that 75% of transf...