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Is the World Becoming Safer for Whistle-Blowers?
In recent years, a host of legal changes have afforded more protection for people who call out wrongdoing in their organizations.June 19, 2018 by Deborah UngerThe Balancing Act of Corporate Social Responsibility Programs
Employees often take a pay cut to participate in CSR programs, but many do so to gain career skills.May 31, 2018 by Matt PalmquistLiving in a World of Walls: The Backlash to Globalization
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about nationalism and populism, which will remain potent political forces — at least until some fundamental issues are addressed.May 21, 2018 by Art KleinerThe Risks and Costs of Cyber-Attacks
High-profile companies that frequently use consumer data are targets, and negative effects linger for years.May 9, 2018 by Matt PalmquistDistance Doesn’t Matter — or Does It?
What gravity models can teach us about possibilities for U.K. trade.February 8, 2018 by David ArmstrongUnfit for Public Purpose: The Problem with Institutions Today
A conversation with Ian Bremmer about what it will take for political and economic institutions to regain their credibility. Spoiler: It involves finding new models for solving global-scale problems.February 6, 2018 by Art KleinerRelated tags: china, fake news, global economy, global issues, governance, Internet governance, net neutrality, social responsibilityWhen a Japanese Company Adopted English as a First Language
In her new book, Harvard Business School Professor Tsedal Neeley examines the challenge of establishing a lingua franca in global companies.January 23, 2018 by Theodore KinniA Strategist’s Guide to China’s Belt and Road Initiative
A new global megaproject, unparalleled in scope and ambition, presents vast opportunities and risks for multinationals.January 22, 2018 by David Wijeratne, Mark Rathbone, and Gabriel WongRelated tags: asia, china, emerging markets, global expansion, global issues, infrastructure, Pakistan, Strategist's GuideBest Business Books 2017: Economics
Not-So-Great ExpectationsNovember 7, 2017 by Ryan AventNext-Level Cybersecurity: Preparing for Internet Shutdown
Companies around the world need a comprehensive plan in place to ensure that critical business can still get done in the case of a prolonged Web outage.June 29, 2017 by Matt PalmquistCommon Purpose: Realigning Business, Economies, and Society
Today’s economic and political upheavals reflect an ongoing misalignment between business and economies (on the one hand) and acceptable societal outcomes (on the other). There is still time to adjust, if we are willing to reexamine some long-held assumptions.May 25, 2017 by Colm Kelly and Blair SheppardRelated tags: economic crisis, financial crisis, financialization, global issues, globalization, technologys+b Trend Watch: The Aging Workforce Is Pressuring Cities
Aging populations and slower birthrates are presenting challenges to cities around the world.November 7, 2016Related tags: global expansion, global issues, global markets, governance, human resources, urbanizationPro-LGBT Companies in Anti-LGBT Countries
A global study coauthored by NYU law professor Kenji Yoshino found a range of business benefits in promoting gender-identity rights.August 2, 2016 by Art KleinerDon’t Believe the Globaloney
Despite obstacles and setbacks, companies are still globalizing at a furious pace.June 7, 2016 by Daniel GrossGlobal Power Shift
Winners, losers, and strategies in the new world economic order.April 4, 2016 by Dennis Chesley, Miles Everson, and John GarveyRelated tags: china, China geopolitics, currency wars, disruption, economic growth, economics, emerging markets, financial crisis, geopolitics, global economy, global issues, global perspective, global trade, global trends, innovation, innovation strategy, international relations, megatrends, state-owned enterprisesWhen It Rains, It Pours
Companies and governments grappling with falling oil and gas prices are learning a difficult lesson about procyclicality.March 10, 2016 by Daniel GrossThe Search for Hidden Talent Treasures
Look for the overlooked skill sets and expertise pools in your organization.November 16, 2015 by Eric J. McNultyLeading in an Increasingly VUCA World
The world is getting more dynamic and complex, not less, so leaders must learn how to surmount new challenges.October 27, 2015 by Eric J. McNulty
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