Purpose – HR and people management have become increasingly important in the current economic climate. This paper examines how these key issues are approached. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places...

Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the...

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to provide an interview with Rupert Merson, author of Guide to Managing Growth . Design/methodology/approach – The interview is conducted by an independent interviewer. Findings – Rupert Merson teaches new venture development and managing growth at...

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to provide an interview with Prof. Robert Kaplan, author of What to Ask the Person in the Mirror . Design/methodology/approach – The interview is conducted by an independent interviewer. Findings – Robert Steven Kaplan is a professor of management...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to discuss the salient issues relating to the employment of Purple Squirrels. As the business world begins to undergo rapid change, to remain competitive business leaders must hire and retain extraordinary people – those who are supreme innovators and...

Findings – Peter Drucker was undoubtedly the father of the academic discipline of management, not only from a theoretical point of view but also from a practitioner standpoint as well. He influenced management scholars and company CEOs at the same time. He published 39 books and numerous...

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and...

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to identify and discuss the practical implications of the resource based view of the firm. Design/methodology/approach – Review of relevant literature. Findings – A number of recommendations are put forward and the practical implications constitute...

Purpose – To describe an executive development initiative contributing directly to the achievement of business goals, enhancement of leadership skills and succession planning strength. Design/methodology/approach – Brings together revenue‐enhancing action learning projects, virtual...