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As the board’s role becomes ever more complicated, stronger partnership with management, especially the CEO, can help directors create the most value for their organizations.
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US employers added 818,000 fewer jobs (30%) than estimated for the 12 months ended in March, but second quarter growth was up...
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HR leaders’ role in M&A: An interview with Lisa Blair Davis
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Chief of staff: Anatomy of the role in eight charts
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Helping top leaders fulfill their missions can accelerate advancement and open new career opportunities.
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Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, July 2024
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The economy remains resilient, but data signals a deceleration; China followed earlier moves by the Central Bank of Brazil, and...
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Transformations, when done right, can enable midmarket companies to unleash their full potential.
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Why strategists should embrace imperfection
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