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On this Episode of Unbound Conversations
IMD Professor and author of The First 90 Days, Michael Watkins, joins the show to break down what most leaders get wrong during transitions and how to turn change into growth. Learn about his hard-earned lessons on managing identity in upheaval, leading under pressure, and navigating the rise of AI and rapid disruption.
We unpack key insights from his latest book, The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking, and why old ideas of high performance don’t hold up. Whether you’re stepping into a new role, coaching through change, or finding your next move, this episode offers tools to move forward with confidence.
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About the Guest
Michael D. Watkins is a globally recognised expert on leadership transitions and organisational change. He is the author of the best-selling book The First 90 Days, hailed by The Economist as “the onboarding bible,” and named one of the top 100 business books of all time. A Professor of Leadership at IMD in Switzerland, Watkins has spent over two decades helping leaders navigate career transitions, build high-performing teams, and drive transformation. He co-founded Genesis Advisers, a consultancy supporting executives in critical leadership moments, and was inducted into the Thinkers50 Management Hall of Fame in 2023.
Watkins has authored 15 books and hundreds of articles on leadership, negotiation, and strategy. His latest book, The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking (2024), guides executives in leading for the long term. Previously, he taught at Harvard Business School, Harvard Kennedy School, and INSEAD.
Show Notes
- Turning disruption into momentum
- The six disciplines essential to strategic thinking
- Reclaim identity and purpose in the AI era
- Shift from reactivity to responsiveness
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