Thought Leadership

Duke CE’s article library brings you the latest thinking from our thought leaders in Dialogue, the only truly global journal for managers and leaders.

Why technology isn’t enough to bring our cities into the future

The future of humanity lies in cities – and the cities of the future will require humanity. In…

Taking the mystery out of profit measurement

If members of your organization don’t understand how you measure profits, they won’t be able to contribute as…

How to become a better collaborator – and regain your time

Good collaboration makes teams more effective and innovative, but it can feel like a time-suck. But co-working can…

Why trend-spotting is crucial to staying ahead

In today’s business context, trend-spotting is everyone’s job. In every field in the business world, trends in customer…

Why AI isn’t the threat we think it is

There are major differences in the ways that AI and the human brain work. Instead of wringing our…

What the iPhone can tell us about devising successful projects

Lessons from the iPhone, one of the most successful projects in the history of the tech industry, about…

Why performance reviews are more important than ever

There’s tomes of scholarship that tell us how to deliver more useful employee feedback and performance reviews. Giving…

Don’t be a purpose vampire

Dr Vivienne Ming taught me a valuable lesson: unfocused leadership can undermine corporate purpose and drain your team…

Dr Vivienne Ming on the secrets to purpose and self-actualization

Theoretical neuroscientist Dr Vivienne Ming and meta-learning expert knows that the key to robot-proofing ourselves and new generations…

An organization’s biggest assets are its people

Contrary to the long-held opinion of financial managers, hiring great people should be viewed as an asset, not…

Self-improvement, 1 percent at a time

Whether in your personal or professional life, self-improvement can seem daunting. Instead of overwhelming yourself with lofty goals,…

From domestic emulation to global innovation

Once known for their love of emulation, Chinese brands are now world-famous for their innovative ideas and global…