The hidden costs of the middleman economy
A new book explores the rise of middleman platforms and their impact on how we buy and sell.
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Pedal to the metal
Amid rising global uncertainty, it’s tempting to hit the brakes on decarbonization, but recent insights from PwC thought leaders offer a convincing case for doing exactly the opposite.
To improve management, build a decision factory
In their new book, Decision Leadership, professors Don Moore and Max Bazerman tell leaders how the lessons of behavioral economics can lead to better organizational decision-making.
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It’s an ad, ad, ad, ad world
Some striking data in the latest edition of PwC’s Global Entertainment & Media Outlook explodes the notion that the advertising business is in decline.
Why economies crash
A new book shows how systemic financial crises are as difficult to predict as they are to prevent.
Mining value from consumer data
Why retailers and consumer goods companies face different challenges as they move “beyond digital.”
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What’s most needed from managers now
As organizations shift from command-and-control leadership to more decentralized decision-making, the “frozen middle” is melting—and managers have to step up.
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Why money is no longer enough.
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A kinder, gentler deal
With his book Split the Pie, Yale School of Management professor Barry Nalebuff offers a consistent, fair, and scalable approach to negotiation.
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Three ways to prevent hybrid work from breaking your company culture
It’s tough to maintain a cohesive culture when half of your employees—or more—regularly work from home. Specific steps can help.
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The surprising upside to provocative conversations at work
Contrary to conventional wisdom, workplace conversations about societal issues aren’t a distraction—they’re a way for employees to understand one another better.
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Persuasion, Hollywood style
Professors Peter Desberg and Jeffrey Davis explain how leaders can enhance their persuasive skills by mastering the craft of the pitch.
A philosopher's guide to messy transformations
People need a shared understanding of what digital transformation means. Aristotle has a framework that helps.
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Positioning your chief sustainability officer for success
Sustainability is becoming the defining paradigm for business. Is your leadership team ready?
A time-tested strategy for leaders facing a “perfect storm”
The great polar explorers all had seconds-in-command to help manage their teams. The role is still needed in organizations today.
Why businesses need to help employees build friendships
Peer coaching nurtures connections that make employees want to stay with the company.
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Drawing on research of transformative companies, PwC authors recommend ways that executive teams can disrupt themselves and become leaders in the digital age.
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Explore key findings from PwC’s Workforce Hopes and Fears 2022 survey of 52,000+ workers across 44 countries and territories worldwide.
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