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Jul 2023
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LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman on Inno...

Harvard Business Review
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If uncertainty and turbulence are the new normal, how does that change the way we lead? LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman explains how ongoing volatility can be transformed into an opportunity for innovation. He also discusses why it’s important to align the social impact of your innovative activity with your business mission, and why your talent is the true ... Show More
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