Tag: Nada Kakabadse
The post-Covid recovery demands ‘context-conscious’ leadership
A leader who is highly effective in one organisation may face quite different demands in another—especially in the post-Covid era.
Gender diversity on boards pays dividends—but inequality persists
Evidence shows that diversity on boards boosts financial performance. So why are some firms still failing to reach gender targets?
Not business as usual: returning to the workplace after the pandemic
Amid the practical issues, organisations must rebuild connections between employees—and recapture a shared sense of purpose.
Computer says no: the risks of AI in the post-pandemic digital workplace
Digitalisation of the workplace has been heralded as key to organisational effectiveness, learning and agility. But is this future as perfect as it seems?
Governance after the pandemic requires a stewardship approach
Covid-19 heralds big changes for how boards and teams work amid a global digital transformation. A stewardship approach can help to manage fracture points.
Questions non-execs should ask before joining the board
Before you accept the nomination, conduct an informal audit to ensure you understand the board dynamics, your responsibilities and how you can add value.
How boards can learn to talk about ‘unspeakable’ issues
Most boards become paralysed when faced with a threat to organisational reputation. Chairs must plan carefully to put unwelcome issues on the agenda.
The chemistry of leadership: can hormone replacement therapy help?
Does hormone replacement therapy (HRT) hold the answers to helping executives counter stress and act more effectively as they age? Nada and Andrew Kakabadse explore how testosterone and other supplements can support top team decision-making.