Thought Leadership
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Companies' pledges on plastic pollution avoid root problem
Vermeer says reducing the use of plastic, not recycling, should be the goal
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Want to do an Executive MBA? Here's how to convince your employer
Here's a quick ready reckoner you can refer to before approaching your employer for an Executive MBA
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What happens when kids get a crash course in design thinking
An experiment with middle school students boosts their creativity and confidence
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Inclusive leadership advice: Get comfortable with the uncomfortable
People tend to seek sameness, but they can teach themselves to relish in the differences of the human experience. Francesca Gino offers these three principles from improv to anyone who's trying to lead more inclusively
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The top languages to learn for international business
As we become increasingly connected and businesses strive for further global expansion, the ability to communicate and interact with others is more important
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The rising importance of soft skills in driving productivity
The economy of the future requires a workforce with strong soft skills. Investing in these crucial skills can result in increased productivity
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Leadership lessons from Liz Truss's downfall
While her economic policy clearly doomed her, she also failed as a leader
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Navigating the perfect marketing storm in 2023
2023 will not be the first normal year after the pandemic disruption. There are only a few marketing organisations primed to come out stronger on the other side. So here are a few important questions for CMOs to ask themselves as they evaluate their marketing readiness for the new year
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Does digitisation push older workers out the door?
A recent study found that as companies spent big on software, older workers' wages decreased and their exits increased. So what does that mean for employers?
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Will 'buy now, pay later' push cash-strapped holiday shoppers too far?
More consumers may opt to "buy now, pay later" this holiday season, but what happens if they can't make that last payment? Research by Marco Di Maggio and Emily Williams highlights the risks of these financing services, especially for lower-income shoppers
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Quick commerce last mile delivery: Indispensable or superfluous?
Researchers at IIM-Bangalore ran an survey to understand the perspectives of Q-commerce users. Here are their findings and suggestions for players in this highly competitive arena