Why a “great idea” is probably a bad idea
Many entrepreneurs think that having a brilliant idea is the hardest part of starting a company. Raphael Grieco explains why they’re wrong – and reveals the eight key factors that truly drive...
July 7, 2025 • by Patrick Reinmoeller in Strategy • 8 min read
Finance Busting the myths of M&A: 4 steps to success by Patrick Reinmoeller Published 11 June 2025 in Finance • 8 min read DownloadSave Many mergers and acquisitions are destined to disappoint...
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Many entrepreneurs think that having a brilliant idea is the hardest part of starting a company. Raphael Grieco explains why they’re wrong – and reveals the eight key factors that truly drive...
October 2, 2024 • by Lars Häggström in Strategy • 7 min read
How can CHROs guide their organizations through periods of extreme growth? Cristina Monteiro, CHRO at Dutch chipmaker ASML, speaks about the challenges reshaping her role....
October 1, 2024 • by Peter Vogel, Malgorzata Smulowitz in Strategy • 3 min read
Philanthropic foundations are combining resources to tackle grand challenges and increase impact. Here are six simple learnings for all organizations looking to forge partnerships with others....
September 23, 2024 • by David Bach, Natalia Olynec, Heather Cairns-Lee in Strategy • 9 min read
Organizations need leaders who are equipped for the many challenges they face. The Inner Development Goals can help individuals become true sustainability champions....
September 17, 2024 • by Albrecht Enders in Strategy • 6 min read
Lena Hök, Executive Vice President for Sustainability and Innovation at Skanska, explains how being a forerunner on sustainability has helped it set industry standards and win customers....
September 16, 2024 • by Daniel R. Denison , William A. Fischer in Strategy • 14 min read
An in-depth study into Haier’s RenDanHeYi philosophy reinforces how it enables business units to innovate and develop new products based on what customers need....
September 13, 2024 • by Ian Charles Stewart in Strategy • 1 min read • Podcast available
Join this IMD Founder Series talk with François Randin, a trailblazer in electric mobility, as he shares his experience as a pioneer in the EV marketplace. Randin was an early believer in...
September 13, 2024 • by Johanna Grosgurin in Strategy • 5 min read
Feeling caught between defending the interest of her team and pushback from her diplomatic boss, Sam struggles to contain her frustration, and her relationship with her new line manager Eva becomes strained....
September 10, 2024 • by Arturo Bris in Strategy • 6 min read
The former Italian premier and ECB president’s call for massive EU investment is a wake-up call to Europe’s economic stagnation. But can the continent afford the trade-offs he overlooks?...
September 5, 2024 • by Michael D. Watkins, Juan Carlos Holgado in Strategy • 7 min read
With its focus on targeted practice, mindful focus, mental toughness, adaptability, and continuous improvement, archery can provide valuable lessons for those looking to develop their team. ...
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