Leading Blog

MAY 21, 2021

Moral hazards can result from a positive feedback loop: for example, a lender insured by the government against loan default may make very risky, high-interest loans to uncreditworthy customers because it will do no worse than break even, and may realize a very high rate of return.

Short-term 347

Short-term Morale Rate of Return Finance 347

Coaching Tip

DECEMBER 3, 2014

The report identified the top four skills that have the greatest impact on leader preparedness and confidence in addressing VUCA challenges: introducing and managing change; building consensus and commitment; inspiring others toward a challenging future vision and leading across generations.

Human Capital 103

Human Capital Conference Metrics Talent Management 103

Harvard Business Review

JULY 25, 2017

For many low-wage workers in India, basic skills training can be the difference between economic empowerment and persistent poverty. But our research suggests that a better way to manage low-wage workers in developing economies is to invest in them, which is good for both worker welfare and the company’s bottom line.

Company 10

Company Training Bottom-up Rate of Return 10

Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 26, 2012

".most often the very skills that propel an organization to succeed in sustaining circumstances systematically bungle the best ideas for disruptive growth. There are parallels with the music, publishing, and movie industries where returns are still largely driven by blockbusters rather than the long tail.

Disruptive Innovation 14

Disruptive Innovation Hedge Venture Capitalist Venture Funding 14

The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 30, 2023

By calculating the expenses of training and comparing them to the benefits of enhancing workers’ career opportunities and lowering unemployment rates, the overall societal rate of return was found to be approximately 10%.

Career 104

Career Training Rate of Return Education 104