The Bitter Board Lessons of Harvard’s Disaster
Groupthink pathology and classic mistakes crippled the university’s leadership and scorched the school’s brand and reputation. Takeaways from a cautionary tale.
Groupthink pathology and classic mistakes crippled the university’s leadership and scorched the school’s brand and reputation. Takeaways from a cautionary tale.
In partnership with Diligent Institute and BDO, we asked board members across all sectors and committee roles about the agenda for the year.
In the annals of business, Berkshire Hathaway’s Charlie Munger, who died in November at age 99, had few—perhaps no—peers. An exclusive excerpt from the newly updated edition of Poor Charlie’s Almanack illuminates his unique approaches to deal analysis, decision-making and the magic of “sit-on-your-ass investing.”
When it comes to oversight, ownership may trump objectivity.
Five recommendations for directors who really want to be partners with management on corporate governance.
If alumni could sue like shareholders can sue, they’d have a solid case for malfeasance—especially after this week.
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