management
The Morning After the Rescue Deal
BT Group's acquisition of TalkTalk on October 5, 2026, aimed to stabilize a distressed telecommunications business serving 2.5 million customers....
You Bought the Crisis: Leadership After a Distressed Acquisition
BT's acquisition of TalkTalk and PlatformX, announced on October 5, 2026, underscores the challenges of distressed acquisitions. Effective leadership must...
Green-Card Freeze Lands on the Org Chart
On October 8, 2026, the U.S. suspended eight major tech firms from the PERM labor-certification process, disrupting pathways for permanent...
The Morning After the Rescue Deal
BT's rescue of TalkTalk shows why distressed acquisitions must be led on three clocks: continuity, truth and integration.
A Strategy Can Expire Before the Company Does
Leadership requires knowing when to abandon failing strategies to preserve resources and stakeholder trust. Companies often struggle with strategic exits...
A Human in the Loop Is Not Enough
The article discusses the growing prevalence of algorithmic management in workplaces, where automated systems make decisions affecting employees. It emphasizes...
The Last Five Percent Is Not Waste: The Leadership Case for Strategic Slack
The article argues for the importance of strategic slack—reserves of capacity, time, options, and authority—within organizations. It emphasizes that efficiency...
The Cost of Looking Away: Why Respect for Difference Is Everyone’s Job
A diverse workforce relies not just on hiring policies but also on maintaining respect among employees. Disrespect can lead to...
The Strategic Importance of Public Affairs in Policy Implementation
The article emphasizes the strategic importance of public affairs teams in enhancing policy implementation within organizations. It argues that proactive...
The Algorithm Is Already Your Manager: Why Human Oversight Must Be a Real Job
Algorithmic management is pervasive in workplaces, with 90% of U.S. firms employing tools for worker oversight. Human oversight must be...