December 1999/January 2000

Common language December 1999/January 2000, page 54
In many ways executive education has become a victim of its own success. Managers are more professional than ever before, and possess a broad range of skills. Success has, some argue, created a degree of complacency among some providers and encouraged a variety of new entrants to the marketplace. Among those contemplating the way ahead is Martine van den Poel, assistant dean of executive education at the leading French business school, Insead. Stuart Crainer highlights the role and direction of business schools in the new millenium and discusses with Insead how they intend to stay ahead of the game.

Great expectations December 1999/January 2000, page 58
Those who are suddenly promoted to senior positions, or find that they need to inspire and motivate others, encounter challenges that go beyond the ability to present normal presentations at business and client meetings. These challenges could include for example representing the company at external conferences or presenting a change of company strategy to its international divisions. Today’s business leaders need to know how to inspire...lighting up the auditorium with his/her enthusiasm, and leaving the audience feeling uplifted and energised. Robert Bailey reports on the issues and techniques that they need to address.

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