All articles tagged: stakeholders

In their new book, Eric A. Posner and E. Glen Weyl argue that rethinking the ownership of assets can lead to greater economic efficiency and equality. See also “Summer Reading: 8 Business Books – in Pictures”

The billionaire investor’s latest annual letter provides an important insight on the divergent fortunes of companies and individuals.

Where do you look for leadership wisdom?

Rutgers professor Brett Gilbert describes the development of entrepreneurial communities, from Silicon Valley to Johannesburg. See also "The A to Z of Tech Clusters."

Blowing up HR is the wrong answer to the wrong question.

Adopt a leadership mind-set before you try to lead.

In his new book, marketing guru Philip Kotler identifies debt-supported consumer spending as a flaw of capitalism — along with 13 other shortcomings.

KIND has sold a billion snack bars and clusters. Daniel Lubetzky, its founder and CEO, has bigger things in mind.

The success of projects involving several stakeholders can depend on achieving the right balance of internal and external contributions.

Developing countries need national strategies to protect their digital assets and bolster their economic growth.

Social responsibility is no longer optional for leaders — it must be an integral part of their business.

Beware of euphemisms that belie “hellish” behavior.

Firms that make an effort to be responsible are rewarded more than those that seek only to make money.

C-level transitions can be difficult, especially when preserving a company’s character is critical.

Companies that winningly reposition their brands tend to do so by anticipating market trends and overcoming or minimizing common challenges.

It’s not enough to say your organization is simple or complicated—you must also understand what kind of complexity you’re dealing with.

When it’s all on the line, when and how a decision is made matter just as much as whether it’s made in the first place.

Chinese and foreign automakers are preparing to compete in the low-end car market.

The couple share their secret for how to actually get work done the next time you gather your team together.

The benefits of an organic, more iterative approach to product development. See also “Lessons in Product Design from Modern Warfare — In Pictures.”

To win in emerging markets, defense and security contractors need to move beyond equipment sales and help their clients develop broader capabilities.

Employees who feel their managers listen to their complaints are more likely to use social media to benefit their company than to air their grievances.

CEOs are increasingly seeking “good growth,” aligned with business ethics and sustainability.

A somewhat radical proposal: all-inclusive treatment for a specific condition or procedure, at a preset price.