The idea of digital transformation makes people tremble. It may feel elusive and even frightening. But it doesn’t have to be. By recruiting people with a digital DNA to your board, you can fill two needs with one deed: enhanced performance throughout your organisation and increased diversity.
Read MoreThe days of stable and predictable markets are long gone. One of many consequences is a change in leadership requirements. It’s no longer possible for a solitary, strong leader to have all the data to make informed decisions by themselves. Instead we depend on the diversity of expertise and perspectives that naturally comes from a dynamic group.
Read MoreIt’s the beginning of the year. Your business plan, goals and budget are all worked out. However, the bad news is: If your team isn’t truly up to the task, it doesn’t matter how well thought-out your business plan is. The good news is: We can help you optimise your management team.
Read MoreWith the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals just a little more than a decade away, the time for addressing environmental issues and acting on them is now. It is astounding to learn that a majority of today’s organisations do not discuss environmental impact in the boardroom.
Read MoreThe Harvey Nash Tech Survey 2019 is out. From a leadership perspective, it’s packed with useful findings. It’s not all pleasant reading, but it just might help you improve. Since 2013, The Harvey Nash Tech Survey has dug deep into data of the tech sector.
Read MoreIn today’s ever-changing landscape, what does it take to be a successful leader? What has changed and what will change? Here are a few perspectives on the matter from five of Alumni’s senior partners.
Read MoreDoes hard work always pay off? In some cases, definitely yes, in others, not necessarily. If you look at Noble Prize winners for example, the one thing that stands out that many of them have in common is persistence – as many of have put in a lot of hard work in a subject, despite of being told that their research was a dead end.
Read MoreWhat are the key attributes that matter most for leaders in a fast-changing, digital world? In some ways digital leadership does not differ a lot from change leadership, as it entails a great deal of driving change in behavior. In other ways it is a leadership facing challenges never before encountered, demanding an explorative mindset like never before.
Read MoreIn recent years we have observed an increasing frustration over the perceived imbalance between effort and reward within the board member community. To further understand this trend, we launched a research programme specifically targeting the issue, with the aim of understanding how much of a problem this is now – and how much it might become in the future.
Read MoreDiscussions of digitalisation today tends to be somewhere along the lines of: How can we use technology X or Y to disrupt our business? How will the outer, external factors and developments affect our inner core business & operations?
Read MoreDo PE firms struggle to attract female board directors? Alumni's partner Catharina Mannerfelt shares insights and recommendations based on conversations with female board professionals.
Read MoreDo you need direct and hands-on support over a limited period of time and an in-depth perspective to a particular challenge or transformation within your organization?
Read MoreDo you need direct and hands-on support over a limited period of time and an in-depth perspective to a particular challenge or transformation within your organization?
Read MoreDigitalization and technology development seems to be on every company’s agenda these days. We see huge potential for utilizing the power of technology to enhance the professional leadership services industry.
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