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Globus, der viser Europa med tyske stednavne

LEADERSHIP

SOCIETY

A World Without a Centre – Now Companies Must Find Their Own

When there is no longer a global policeman, how should business leaders navigate turbulent markets, fragmented blocs and uncertainty? They need to be a bit flexible, find their national anchor — and it might be a good idea to learn German, says CBS Professor Poul Fritz Kjær.

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PARTICIPANT STORIES

SUPPLY CHAIN & OPERATIONS

SUSTAINABILITY & ESG

Education should work for you

Practical experience and learning-by-doing can get you far, but upping the ante with a formal education can get you even further, at least if you ask Lucas Martiny Schmølker, Chartering Manager at Hafnia and HD2 Maritime student at CBS.

CBS Professor Laura Empson and Tonny Hall

LEADERSHIP

Podcast: Spies as Professionals

In this episode of the "Leading Professional People" podcast, Professor Laura Empson and Tony Hall talk to David Bickford, previously General Counsel to MI5 and MI6 about the parallels between the worlds of espionage and professional services.

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LEADERSHIP

DIGITALISATION

Leadership in the Age of AI: The 3 Phases – Curiosity, Usefulness & Normalisation

To create real value from investments in new technologies like artificial intelligence, leaders must guide their organisation through three key phases.

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SOCIETY

Responsible leadership fails the test – again

In the CBS monthly column in Børsen, CBS president Peter Møllgaard and deputy president Inger Askehave warn about the risks of irresponsible leadership seeping down through the system and into our companies and organisations. When a great deal is at stake, responsibility is a necessity, not an option.

Montage of a globe and Danish organisation GN's founder C.F. Tietgen

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STRATEGY & ORGANISATION

Were chief executives of the past also expected to act in an unpredictable world?

Yes, says CBS researcher, mentioning the Great Nordic Telegraph Company as an example. Yet, he stresses that today’s leaders are facing even more challenges.

SUSTAINABILITY & ESG

STRATEGY & ORGANISATION

Podcast: Profiting from Sustainability

In this episode of the "Leading Professional People" podcast, Professor Laura Empson and Tony Hall speak to Steve Varley, EY’s first Global Vice Chair for Sustainability. They find out how he tried to build a bridge between environmentalism and capitalism, and the skills he used to make this happen.

SUSTAINABILITY & ESG

STRATEGY & ORGANISATION

SME pollution: “We know nowhere near enough”

Although small and medium-sized enterprises generate a significant share of waste, we know very little about their environmental impact. A new research project aims to examine how these businesses manage waste and how different actors within the company influence waste strategies.

Panel discussion at event about attractive work cultures

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CAREER & PERSONAL GROWTH

Thrive at Work: Building an Attractive Work Culture

In 2022, nearly 1 million Danes changed jobs, highlighting the shift towards shorter employment tenures. At this event, a panel of experts representing leaders, HR professionals and employees discussed how businesses can foster stronger employee engagement and well-being.

Dr. Poornima Luthra explains Trump presidency's impact on DEI

SOCIETY

LEADERSHIP

Explainer: DEI

Is the future of DEI in Europe and globally truly being threatened by Trump and his second presidency? Hear Dr. Poornima Luthra's take in this explainer.

A man and a woman piece back a big globe to illustrate the new world order and its consequences on economic markets

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SOCIETY

How to Lead Under Extreme Circumstances

In a world of uncertainty, leadership is more critical than ever. CBS Executive Education recently gathered experts to explore how leaders can navigate extreme challenges, from misinformation to sustainability. This article highlights key insights on shaping responsible leadership for the future.

Collage of European flags picture and heroic figure statues

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SOCIETY

Why we seek "strong" leaders in a crisis – and why we should embrace collective leadership instead

In times of crisis, we instinctively turn to strong, decisive leaders. But is that really the best approach? Professor Laura Empson explains why this may be holding us back – and how to shift towards a more collective form of leadership.