Business Strategy

Business Strategy

An image of Satoru Iwata, the leader in a suit and tie, surrounded by Nintendo icons.
The former Nintendo president has become synonymous with the backlash against layoffs — because, like a great leader, he focused on lifting people.
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Save and group content to support your unique learning programs
A badass CEO smiling in front of a blue background.
Former President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, unpacks the leadership strategy behind her success.
An illustration of a chess board with blue and orange dots, showcasing the AI wave.
AI is both a tool and a catalyst — and the key to successful integration is to rewrite your rule book and tinker.
A map of antarctica with the word west antarctica.
The Antarctic Treaty of 1959 prohibited nations from making new land claims on the continent. But it never mentioned claims from private individuals.
An animated collage of images showcasing a person skillfully drawing with a pencil.
Big Think spoke with animator and animation historian Tom Sito about the cyclical evolution of animation.
A businessman's hand is pointing at a stock chart, showing intentional growth.
Defy conventional startup wisdom by charting a steady and impactful path to success.
The six disciplines of strategic thinking.
Why has the value of strategic thinking never been higher? It’s complex.
A yellow dump truck on a sand hill.
Sometimes called “the new gold,” sand is the second most exploited natural resource in the world after fresh water.
Experiencing the zebra effect, a zebra stands near a baby zebra.
The corporate unicorn was yesterday — now we should consider the wisdom of black and white stripes.
A black man, an AI specialist, sitting at a desk in a modern office while brainstorming innovative business ideas.
The reported supremacy of generative AI over human brain-power in business ideation depends on how you define “better.”
A man standing in front of a display of pastries at Panera Bread.
Every opportunity seized is another lost — but not choosing is the worst choice of all.
A group of women adopting new technologies.
New tech is a double-edged sword. Integration can be expensive and perilous: Mess up the adoption and jobs are on the line. 
A black and white image of a skull with speech bubbles depicting death.
Generative AI — driven by large language models — has the potential to destroy or supercharge most businesses. Now is the time to pivot.
A group of people practicing agile innovation while looking at a wall.
Talent wants to be free — but a safe company culture puts “the maze in the mouse” and shackles progress.
A portrait of a woman with purple hair and arrows.
Many capabilities contribute to effective change leadership, but four stand out as vitally important at a macro level.
A book titled "The Coming Wave" on containment.
Technology goes in directions we can never predict — so we must be prepared to limit the spread of unintended consequences.
A picture of a metal flame in a metal frame.
Experiments on suborbital rockets are revealing how to make a better iron furnace.
A man exploring quantum computing in a room with red lights.
Nature may not allow us full access to the weirdness of quantum mechanics.
a building with a sign that says lilly.
Retatrutide, Eli Lilly's innovative "triple g" drug, is setting new standards in the fight against obesity.
a close up of a statue
As the stream of AI-generated art turns into a deluge, NFTs could become a cornerstone of the Virtual Renaissance.
a bunch of signs that are on the side of a building.
You’ve probably noticed that most retailers use prices ending in 99. That’s intentional.
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an aerial view of a highway intersection at night.
The old linear job model is obsolete. Our post-pandemic work lives are defined by options and flexibility.
learner engagement
There are several different types of learner engagement, from emotional to cognitive. Here's how to improve each.
financial planning
Financial illiteracy can become a significant problem. But it’s a problem with a clear solution.
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Individual development plan
Why implementing an individual development plan process is a smart move for organizations today, and how to get started.
money shame
Money shame is more common than you might think.
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A study out of Sweden shows that the highest earning men are slightly less intelligent than those just below them on the economic ladder.
Emotional intelligence abstract concept
Research suggests that emotional intelligence is more vital for success than IQ.