Geoff Colvin
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“A powerful exposition of the strengths and limitations of technology in shaping our lives and addressing today's greatest challenges. More than ever, as Colvin demonstrates, we need people who embody the most human of qualities. An uplifting account of the enduring potential of humanity itself.”
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CONFRONTING THE REALITY OF CHANGE
When change comes at us from every direction, it can feel like our only option is to play defense. “Not so,” says Geoff Colvin of Fortune. “The best leaders I’ve reported on have found ways to embrace a world of continuous disruption and build a powerful competitive advantage in the process.” Geoff is optimistic about the future as he unpacks step-by-step how we can all respond faster to change and even get ahead of it as individuals, teams, and enterprises. Geoff provides actionable takeaways to help leaders face change smarter:
- What the best leaders and companies are doing right now to create the future
- Why confronting reality faster is the key to seizing new opportunities
- Biggest pandemic lessons for business
- Scenario planning: surviving bad times begins with better decisions in good times
- 3 best ways to lead during crisis and disruption
- Creativity and innovation – how to unleash it individually and organizationally
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The Role of the CEO Is Permanently Chnaged
It was an unexpected introduction to the CEO’s job in the age of the pandemic. Laxman Narasimhan was running a video meeting with colleagues at Reckitt Benckiser Group, the U.K.-based maker of cleaning and personal care products—Lysol, Woolite, Clearasil, many others.
Books by Geoff Colvin
“Humans Are Underrated: What High Achievers Know That Brilliant Machines Never Will” (2016)
Humans Are Underrated: What High Achievers Know That Brilliant Machines Never Will
“Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-class Performers From Everybody Else” (2016)
Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-class Performers From Everybody Else
“The Upside Of The Downturn: Management Strategies For Difficult Times” (2012)
The Upside Of The Downturn: Management Strategies For Difficult Times
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