Bias in the boardroom: Good or bad?
Of the many biases humans are prey to – such as anchoring bias, loss-aversion bias, status quo bias, and recency bias – confirmation bias can be most evident in the boardroom. But...

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From solving the wrong problem to getting the right people in the room, here are the patterns executive coaches spot and the practical fixes that work. ...
Continue readingMarch 24, 2026 • by Patrick Reinmoeller in Leadership • 3 min read
Of the many biases humans are prey to – such as anchoring bias, loss-aversion bias, status quo bias, and recency bias – confirmation bias can be most evident in the boardroom. But...
March 23, 2026 • by Winter Nie in Leadership • 7 min read
The greatest barrier to women’s advancement emerges early in a career, not at the top. Kweilin Ellingrud examines how the first promotion to manager shapes long-term progression....
March 23, 2026 • by Jennifer Jordan in Leadership • 5 min read
In turbulent times, leaders need geopolitical savviness, political influence, and stress management says IMD’s Jennifer Jordan ...
March 19, 2026 • by Anna Erat in Leadership • 3 min read
As workforces age, organizations must confront a critical question: how will extended lifespans reshape leadership, organizational strategy, and the very concept of a career? Anna Erat identifies four focus areas to sustain...
March 17, 2026 • by Mark J. Greeven in Leadership • 13 min read
Ecosystems promise a new way to compete, yet most squander the opportunity by bolting them onto old strategic logic. Mark Greeven makes the case for putting ecosystem thinking at the heart of...
March 17, 2026 • by Jennifer Jordan in Leadership • 3 min read
To transition into the boardroom, you need a brand, a unique board proposition, and a governance mindset - but you also need to consider the value you add and the cultural fit...
March 17, 2026 • by Michael R. Wade in Leadership • 6 min read
Senior leaders can leverage AI to boost creativity, guide decisions, and optimize talent, while balancing risks like bias and overreliance....
March 13, 2026 • by Peter Vogel, Julia Binder in Leadership • 11 min read
André Hoffmann has reshaped a 125-year legacy by redefining Roche’s identity, modernizing its governance, and anchoring the company in a renewed sense of purpose....
March 12, 2026 • by Susan Goldsworthy in Leadership • 7 min read • Podcast available
Once in pole position on the grid, Atlassian Williams F1 Team is rebuilding its competitive advantage. In conversation with Susan Goldsworthy, the company’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Ann Perrins, explains how people,...
March 11, 2026 • by I by IMD in Leadership • 6 min read
AI is eroding entry-level roles, threatening future leaders. Erik Brynjolfsson warns organizations to rethink hiring and invest in strategic early-career talent....
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