Howard Yu
@HowardHYu
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LEGO® Professor @ IMD Business School | Thinkers50 Strategy Award Winner | Director, Center for Future Readiness
Lausanne, Switzerland
Joined June 2011
I'm honored to be named to the @thinkers50 ranking for the second time! At the London Guildhall event, I got into what actually separates companies that stay future-ready from the ones that don't. What I keep seeing: It's not about being ten steps ahead; it's about being one
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After a year of building this with the team at MIT Sloan, we're officially launching the Future Ready Enterprise! This program is something I'm incredibly proud of. We set out to create something that didn't exist: a true partnership between @IMD_Bschool and @MITSloanExecEd
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After seeing a study covering 48 years of U.S. presidential daily diaries, I realized this: there’s no link between early mornings and lasting legacies. See full analysis here: https://t.co/jiShejp5W0
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Satya Nadella just stepped back from running @Microsoft's sales operation. Jensen Huang (@NVIDIA) still codes. Both run trillion-dollar companies in the same industry. One wins by doing less. One wins by doing everything. How? We've been sold a myth that great leaders must
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If a project proves very hard—even if you want to succeed but have failed so far—there are only two reasons: either your grit is being tested, or a pivot is needed.
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Europe's tariffs on Chinese EVs aim to boost local competitiveness but could hike prices and shift markets. With @BYDCompany localizing production, big changes are ahead. How will this impact European consumers and carmakers? Read more: https://t.co/nzaKhHUPFA
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thenationalnews.com
The move could lead electric car makers in the second-largest economy to set up factories near Europe, as BYD plans to do with its $1bn plant in Turkey
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Jensen Huang's quiet determination led @nvidia to surpass @Microsoft & @Apple, reaching a $3.34T valuation! His impact at @computex_taipei highlights his role in the AI semiconductor boom. Read my full commentary on @ChannelNewsAsia
https://t.co/FRfAAjG4UT
#IMDImpact #FutureReady
channelnewsasia.com
Jensen Huang, the Taiwan-born founder of semiconductor giant Nvidia, brings a quiet determination to a Silicon Valley known for hype and bluster, says IMD Business School’s Howard Yu.
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China's play at Euro 2024: Brand recognition or a misstep? Chinese brands like #Vivo & @AliExpress_EN are making bold moves, targeting Western markets, crafting narratives, & betting big on a global image makeover. Read more: https://t.co/dUKxGdj5vv
#FutureReady #IMDImpact
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Chinese brands like @BYDCompany, @Alipay, @AliExpress_EN, & @HisenseGlobal are key #Euro2024 sponsors, driving global growth. They use the tournament to reach billions & build lasting recognition. https://t.co/ShRItnsQWj Thanks, @CGTNEurope, for the opportunity to discuss this!
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Not having ample checks and balances is bad governance, but overcorrect and a company loses momentum. @Toyota is at a crucial juncture, and their transition will shape their future. Thank you, @nytimes, for featuring my thoughts along with other experts.
nytimes.com
Akio Toyoda ran Toyota for 14 years before handing the reins to a new C.E.O. last year, but some have grown concerned about the control he still wields.
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🚀 When the world is unpredictable, how do the best companies stay ahead? They engineer their own luck. In our latest article for @mitsmr, Mark Greeven and I reveal the secrets of future-ready giants like @LOrealGroupe, @nvidia, and @Xiaomi. https://t.co/ewLYXCWtSr
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sloanreview.mit.edu
No one can predict the future, but modularizing core capabilities can prepare companies to be ready for the unexpected.
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Why are Chinese companies sponsoring UEFA EURO 2024? Chinese giants like @AliExpress_EN, @BYDCompany, and @AlipayPlus are seizing the opportunity to expand their global presence by sponsoring the UEFA EURO 2024. Learn more: https://t.co/AmiNygh3OM
#IMDImpact #FutureReady
imd.org
Leading Chinese companies are preparing to take advantage of the exposure and opportunities of being top sponsors and suppliers to the UEFA EURO 2024 Men’s Soccer Tournament (Euro 24) — which is...
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In my recent @Bloomberg discussion, we explored how @LOrealGroupe uses tech to revolutionize beauty. 💄 AR apps let consumers try products virtually, tripling conversions. Check our Future Readiness Indicator for #CPG leaders: https://t.co/E6mVC8vV0F
#FutureReady #IMDImpact
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Leaders like @Mastercard, @Visa, @jpmorgan, and @dbsbank excel in balancing competition and cooperation, leveraging open banking to stay ahead. 📊 Discover more in our latest Future Readiness Indicator for the banking sector: https://t.co/7L9Ktykcn0
#IMDImpact #FutureReady
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Had a great discussion w/ @TomMackenzieTV on Bloomberg @business about shifts in the automotive industry. This year, @Tesla faces serious competition from companies like @BYDCompany, making significant strides. 📊 Discover the latest rankings: https://t.co/8nnkyurIKy
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Thank you @bbc5live, for having me on "Wake Up to Money" this morning. We discussed the evolving EV landscape, from @Tesla dominance to @BYDCompany rise in Manchester's public transport. The future could see Chinese EVs in Europe & US factories! https://t.co/isQ663Sfsj
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Spain's iconic #Puig – the company behind Carolina Herrera, Charlotte Tilbury & more – went public on May 3rd. I had the privilege of discussing their IPO on the @BBCNews, and there's a lot to unpack about this luxury powerhouse 🇪🇸 https://t.co/cNvdRpQkeF
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In the evolving GenAI landscape, success hinges on reflection, not just action. @IBM 's turnaround under Lou Gerstner showcases the power of strategic reflection—from $8.1B losses to $8.1B profits. Discover how to be future-ready: https://t.co/RjcZFHidHD
#IMDImpact #FutureReady
imd.org
As GenAI captures the world’s imagination, executives should remember that it takes time to create a future-proof company.
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