Leadership
Data, AI, & Machine Learning
India’s Dual-Tech Engine: Why Hyderabad’s Rise Complements Bengaluru’s Dominance
The Telangana capital is establishing itself as a dependable secondary hub, serving as a complement to, not a rival of, India’s tech capital.
Vidyashree Srinivas
Top Leadership from MIT Sloan Management Review India
Culture
Hybrid Work Is Not the Problem — Poor Leadership Is
Brian Elliott, Nicholas (Nick) Bloom, and Prithwiraj (Raj) Choudhury
AI and Machine Learning
Five Traits of Tech-Driven CEOs
Ravi Chanmugam, Michael Lyman and Paul Daugherty
More Leadership from MIT Sloan Management Review India
Diversity & Inclusion
What Jane Goodall’s Career Teaches Us About Allyship and Sponsorship
Just as Louis Leakey advocated for Jane Goodall and other women scientists, today’s leaders can create lasting impact through authentic sponsorship and inclusion.
Ronit Kark
Boards & Corporate Governance
Tesla Backs Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Vision With New Pay Deal
The pay package, tied to 12 milestones, could raise Elon Musk’s Tesla stake from 13% to 25%, but only if every target is met.
MIT SMR Editors
Culture
Find Your Phrase in Important Moments
Do you want to stand up to disrespectful behavior? Leaders should choose a few phrases to use reliably and skillfully — and then practice speaking them, especially under stress.
Jim Detert and Aba Blankson
AI and Machine Learning
Botha Steps Aside at Sequoia, Lin and Grady Take Charge
The storied venture firm turns the page on drama and zeroes in on the next wave of AI deals, with tighter coordination across stages.
MIT SMR Editors
Culture
Hybrid Work Is Not the Problem — Poor Leadership Is
Learn from companies that are succeeding with hybrid work models — by building teams that are rewarded for performance, not appearances.
Brian Elliott, Nicholas (Nick) Bloom, and Prithwiraj (Raj) Choudhury
Collaboration
Culture Risks Stalk Indian Workplaces, Gallup Study Finds
A survey of 275 senior HR leaders finds ethics, inclusion and purpose firmly rooted in Indian workplaces, yet frequent feedback, agile leadership and quicker decisions remain elusive.
MIT SMR Editors
AI and Machine Learning
Five Traits of Tech-Driven CEOs
What sets apart executives who use technology to drive true strategic advantage? Consider five key qualities — and questions to ask about how you stack up.
Ravi Chanmugam, Michael Lyman and Paul Daugherty
Leadership
Cipla Names Achin Gupta MD and CEO
Gupta, who currently serves as chief operating officer, will succeed Umang Vohra, who served as MD and Group CEO for nearly a decade.
MIT SMR Editors
Culture
Fight Versus Flight: When a Leader’s Fears Turn Into Anger
When a leader feels insecure, out of control, or threatened, they may fight back hard — and leave their team walking on eggshells. Here’s how to address the problem if you’re a fearful fighter or work with one.
Jim Detert
Leadership
Jindal Steel Names Gautam Malhotra CEO
Malhotra steps into a long-vacant CEO role as Jindal Steel battles weaker profit and rising cost pressure.