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Research on corporate lifecycles shows that organizations clinging to founder-centric decision-making often plateau or decline after year 15, regardless of industry. It may sound mysterious, but there ...

During my first foray into marcomm leadership, every project seemed on fire. If the project was due at 3 p.m., the first draft was ready at 2 p.m., giving little time for adjustments. I noticed this ...

High-performing leaders understand the importance of implementing smart business strategies to drive sustainable growth. The right business strategy aligns a company’s objectives with the needs of its ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In times of economic uncertainty and market challenges, businesses face tough decisions to ensure their survival and growth. While ...

The foundation of an AI strategy is about vision, drivers and risks. It should focus on the essence of what an organization ...

Here’s how to best think about strategic planning, communication rhythms and maintaining alignment for consistent growth as you plan for next year. Daily and weekly communication rhythms ensure ...

A strategic inflection point refers to a major change to a business’s competitive environment, which could result in positive or negative outcomes. What is a strategic inflection point in business?

“Intellectual property, when effectively managed, transcends its traditional role as a mere legal safeguard and transforms into a pivotal business asset that can drive innovation, secure competitive ...

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a necessity for organizations aspiring to success. Beyond being an opportunity to create a more inclusive, innovative workplace, DEI is a way to produce strong ...

Despite its central importance to the success of every business, customer experience is rarely implemented as effectively as it could be by leadership teams. This happens because customer experience ...