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Thought Leaders: Insights on the Future of Business

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About the Book

In this unprecedented collection of interviews and profiles, twelve of the world's most remarkable business leaders and thinkers tell companies what it will take to prosper in the next century. Visionary and inspiring, the contributors offer compelling insights into such topics as the strategic uses of technology, building sustainable business growth, and realizing a new "corporate core" while anticipating key business functions and competencies for the future. Everyone who wants their business to thrive in the coming years will find essential guidance here.

Reviews

"This volume offers a rich mine of insights, ideas, and philosophies on leadership by business and leadership insiders. A distinguished assembly of executive and academic thought leaders address in their own words a wide range of issues affecting corporate conduct and success in today's changing times."

- Stephen A. Greyser, Richard P. chapman Professor of Marketing and Communications, Harvard Business School

"Thought Leaders provides a comprehensive, up-to-date collection of success factors for managing global industries, as seen from various perspectives and enriched with personal experiences. It's an inspiring read, one that encourages reflection. I strongly recommend this book to those who want to open their minds to the variety of forces involved in reshaping and realigning business for the future."

- Jurgen Dormann, chairman and CEO, Hoechst AG

"Thought Leaders sets out insightful views on the future of business by renowned business leaders and academic experts. For example, the president of Mitsubishi shares his thoughts on managing one of the world's largest general trading companies, touching on the function of the corporate center, the emphasis of ROE, the issue of corporate governance, and the nature of the 'keiretsu' system. Innovative business leaders will greatly benefit from the varied experiences of other leaders in different cultures and divergent fields.

- Yoshia Okawara, president, Institute for International Policy Studies