As the business environment becomes increasingly complex and interconnected, few leaders express confidence in their companies’ ability to adapt. A 2010 IBM survey found that 79% of global chief executives foresaw “high or very high complexity” over the next five years, but only 49% felt their organization was prepared to handle it. This striking gap signals an opportunity for companies: Secure a competitive advantage by building your employees’ ability to succeed in the increasingly complicated labyrinths of today’s — and tomorrow’s — markets.
What Social Entrepreneurs Can Teach Your Company’s Future Leaders
They have experience in complex environments that are becoming the norm in business.
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