The Five Key Capabilities of Effective Leadership
Nov 14, 2018 · Building credibility. In the figure above, building credibility appears at the centre, surrounded by arrows. This is because this key capability is both the condition and the result of the other four. It is about gaining respect from others by keeping commitments and operating with a strong sense of purpose.
11 Leadership Lessons from Alexander the Great - INSEAD …
Nov 18, 2014 · 3. Create a well-rounded executive team. Alexander also knew how to build a committed team around him and operated in a way that allowed his commanders to build on each other’s’ strengths. 4. Walk the talk. Alexander set the example of excellence with his leadership style; he led his troops quite literally from the front.
Aligning Individual and Organisational Values - INSEAD Knowledge
Oct 26, 2021 · These tensions between individual and organisational values have been clearly identified in management research. For example, close alignment between individuals’ values and those of their organisations leads to a number of positive organisational outcomes including a reduction in staff turnover. The literature also indicates that reflecting ...
The Strategic Decisions That Caused Nokia’s Failure
Nov 23, 2017 · Between 2001 and 2005, a number of decisions were made to attempt to rekindle Nokia’s earlier drive and energy but, far from reinvigorating Nokia, they actually set up the beginning of the decline. Key amongst these decisions was the reallocation of important leadership roles and the poorly implemented 2004 reorganisation into a matrix structure.
Three Key Global Strategy Challenges Companies Face
Jan 16, 2023 · Three Key Global Strategy Challenges Companies Face. Multinationals are adapting and redesigning their global strategies in response to mounting pressures. The future of multinational corporations hinges on their ability to address three main forces affecting globalisation today: geopolitical tensions, sustainability and digital transformation.
Four Global Trends in Business and Society in 2024
Feb 1, 2024 · Four Global Trends in Business and Society in 2024. Katell Le Goulven , Mark Stabile , and Francisco Veloso , INSEAD. 01 Feb 2024. Climate change, geopolitical crises, social instability and income and wealth inequality are threats to business – but they also pose opportunities for impact. Business continues to play a critical role in society ...
The Biggest Barriers Women Face on the Path to Senior Leadership
Dec 6, 2023 · Despite women comprising nearly half of the global workforce, only around 32 percent occupy senior leadership roles (director, vice-president or C-suite), according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2023 from the World Economic Forum. Leveraging LinkedIn data from 163 countries, the report reveals that in C-suite positions, …
How to Deal With Stupidity | INSEAD Knowledge
Oct 19, 2023 · Keep people grounded. In certain situations, stupidity can be interpreted as a manifestation of self-idolatry, notably in individuals exhibiting narcissistic traits. Excessively self-absorbed, these people often display a disinterest in the opinions of others. Such individuals need to attain a more grounded perspective on life and cultivate ...
Your Leadership Toolbox: A Coaching Approach - INSEAD …
Jun 10, 2021 · A “coaching approach” can help managers and their teams keep up with our rapidly changing world. In essence, a coaching approach is a reflective state requiring a certain level of knowledge, consciousness, awareness and motivation. Any manager willing to use this approach must be able to act as a catalyst in the personal development of ...
The Fine Line Between Stubbornness and Stupidity
Oct 1, 2018 · Stubborn people may seem invincible, but there is a huge difference between a strong person and a stubborn person. Although stubborn people project strength and power, it is only a façade. Stubbornness is often a sign of insecurity and a way to hold on to a very fragile mental equilibrium. Truly strong people know how to compromise when ...