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Linda Hill
Transform your team's approach to leadership and innovation with Linda A. Hill, speaker, Chair of the Leadership Initiative and Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School.
Linda Hill is a leading authority on leadership, innovation, and digital transformation. She is the Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and Faculty Chair of the Leadership Initiative. As co-founder of Paradox Strategies and InnovationForce, she has developed cutting-edge frameworks for fostering innovation within organisations. Her expertise has made her a sought-after advisor to global companies navigating change and technological advancement. Linda's research explores how leaders can create cultures of collaboration and experimentation that drive sustained innovation. She is the co-author of Collective Genius: The Art and Practice of Leading Innovation, which examines how top organisations harness collective creativity. Her insights have shaped leadership strategies for major corporations, including IBM, Salesforce, MasterCard, and The World Economic Forum. In recognition of her work, she has been named among the world’s top management thinkers multiple times by Thinkers50 and received the Thinkers50 Innovation Award. Linda's influence extends beyond academia through her contributions to executive education and thought leadership. She has chaired numerous Harvard Business School programs, guiding senior leaders on how to build agile and innovative teams. Her TED talk on collective creativity has garnered millions of views, further cementing her impact in the field of leadership development. Linda’s work continues to shape the future of leadership, providing organisations with the tools to adapt and thrive in an era of rapid technological change.
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Linda Hill, a Harvard Business School professor and leadership expert, emphasises that technology alone does not ensure success in digital transformation. Drawing from her research with over 1,500 senior executives, she presents seven guiding principles that focus on holistic transformation, including organisational culture and ethical governance. Attendees will learn how to strategically apply these principles to not only adapt but thrive in the digital landscape, ensuring their technology investments lead to lasting success.
Linda A. Hill, a Harvard Business School professor and expert in leadership and innovation, emphasises the need for leaders to rethink their approach in uncertain times, particularly post-COVID-19. She argues that instead of merely planning, leaders should focus on acting, learning quickly, and adapting. Through her keynotes and workshops, Hill teaches organisations to embrace diverse thinking and experimentation, enabling them to navigate disruption effectively. Attendees will learn how to innovate with agility and purpose in challenging circumstances.
Linda Hill, a renowned Harvard Business School professor, emphasises that diversity of thought is crucial for organisational growth and innovation. Without diverse perspectives, companies risk stagnation and missing key opportunities. In her session, Hill will share insights from her award-winning book, “Collective Genius,” teaching leaders how to integrate diversity and inclusion into their business models. Attendees will learn to foster a culture that amplifies collective genius, enhances DEI efforts, and ultimately drives growth and brand recognition.
Linda Hill, a leadership expert and Harvard Business School professor, emphasises that everyone possesses a unique slice of genius. By bringing together diverse minds, organisations can unlock remarkable innovation and problem-solving capabilities, a concept she refers to as "collective genius." In her session, Hill will share insights from her acclaimed book, teaching leaders how to harness and cultivate diverse perspectives to enhance the innovation process. Attendees will learn to effectively leverage collective genius for transformative results.
Linda Hill, Ph.D., a leading expert from Harvard Business School, emphasises that effective leadership hinges on serving others rather than oneself. In her session, based on her book "Being the Boss," co-authored with Ken Lineback, she presents the three imperatives for great leadership. Attendees will learn practical tools to foster a productive and innovative organisation while steering clear of burnout and failure. This presentation is invaluable for leaders at all levels, from C-suite executives to new managers.
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