From the desk of Ram Charan

Last fall, I spoke with the @chief-executive-magazine at their Leadership Conference. I briefed them on what to expect for the incoming Administration …

House Republicans met at Fort McNair on January 4 and discussed their plans for a massive reconciliation bill. This will include tariffs. …

At some point this year, your mid-level managers will approach you and ask about the uncertainty in the economy. They will be …

I am looking back at my notes from the last quarter board meetings of 2024.  CEOs, CFOs, and financial risk committees are …

Executives — do you understand the transformation happening in the media right now? Old media is dying. Streaming platforms and podcasts are …

India is the growth story of today.  It’s expanding its consumer market and is rapidly developing its infrastructure. It has better roadways, …

Trump’s tariffs are coming. They won’t affect everyone equally. Executives must ask: Where does your business fit? Tariffs will be selective. Some …

The pace of decision-making, driven by AI and external forces, is accelerating—and it’s transforming how leaders operate. Governments, traditionally slow-moving, are feeling …

Confidence is built on skills. When a problem arises — even an unseen one — you should know how to handle it. …

India’s economic engines are powering up, and the growth is undeniable. These engines are not only observable — they’re verifiable. First, India …

Middle managers — you are about to play a crucial role in supporting your teams.  We are facing times of economic change, …

I was asked how leaders could take ownership and accountability within their department. My first reaction? Cut the buzzwords. As a middle …