News
Article
Should You Be a Career Lifer?
September 2019
The stories of four executive ‘lifers’ who found stretching and flourishing while working in just one company.
INSEAD Blog
From Corporate High-Flier to Artisan
August 2019
Tips and stories from three executives who left a lucrative career to join a skilled trade.
Books
What Are You Taking to the Beach this Summer?
July 2019
We are both preparing our book bags for our summer breaks (Costa Brava, Basque Coast). We strongly recommend you do the same! Here is what we are reading – at least some of it. Let us know your favorites.
INSEAD Blog
So You Want to Learn How to Code?
June 2019
The stories and tips from these three executives who went to coding boot camps might help you answer this question.
Podcast
How to Build Sustainable Careers and Change Employer-Employee Relationships
April 2019
A conversation with Jos Akkermans, Associate Professor of Sustainable Careers and Organizational Behavior at the department of Management and Organization at VU Amsterdam.
HBR Article
Facing Your Mid-Career Crisis
March-April 2019
Why does job satisfaction suffer during midlife? There are multiple factors: the narrowing of options, the inevitability of regret, and the tyranny of projects successively completed and replaced.
Korn Ferry Insights
Women, Returning in Force
March 2019
Female workers who took hiatuses are returning to work in record numbers. Will companies place them in the strong roles?
INSEAD Blog
Pivoting Into Business After an Artistic Career
March 2019
The stories of three performing artists who successfully joined the corporate world.
Article
Finding Your True Calling In or Out of Medicine
February 2019
Meet four versatile professionals who have been both medical practitioners and business executives.
INSEAD Blog
Getting Your Foot in the Door When Switching Industries
February 2019
Here’s how you can prevail against unimaginative recruiters and employers.
INSEAD Blog
Making the Leap to Entrepreneurship
January 2019
Three former corporate executives who migrated to the start-up world share their stories and tips.
Video Interview
Disrupt Your Career
December 2018
A framework to help you embrace career change and find fulfilment in today’s fast changing environment.
Ideas and Insights
Four Secrets to Career Agility
December 2018
In a world where disruption is the norm, how can you ensure your professional life continues to soar?
Article
From the Boardroom to the Classroom
December 2018
How business executives bring their wisdom and passion from the “real world” to enrich education.
INSEAD Blog
Lessons for Boardroom Debutantes
July 2018
Three women non-executive directors share their tips for anyone aspiring to join the boardroom.
INSEAD Case Study
Developing a (Second) Career in the Global Luxury Industry
June 2018
Follow the career path of Megha Malagatti, from her humble Indian origins to a senior management position in a French luxury goods company.
INSEAD Blog
Am I Too Old to Switch Careers?
June 2018
Eight reasons why career transitions later in life are possible despite lingering age discrimination.
INSEAD Blog
The 4 Es of Successful Career Transitions
May 2018
Proper career management requires a constant dedication to the four steps of successful professional transitions: explore, experiment, engage and expand.
Interview [French]
Disruptez votre carrière
April 2018
Comment peut-on aider les talents à mener avec succès leurs changements de carrières?
ESSEC Alumni Interview
Disrupt Your Career!
April 2018
Claire Harbour-Lyell shares some insight into how to manage a disruptive career, at a time when we all tend to go through many different jobs in our lives.
Book Review & Interview
Disrupt Your Career!
March 2018
As executive coaches and consultants, we want to know what are the benefit of disruptive careers for the global leaders we support across industries and geographies.
Podcast Interview
Disrupt Your Career To Reach Even Greater Heights
March 2018
To thrive in your career transitions, you need to follow a four-stage process of Exploring, Experimenting, Engaging and Expanding.
Ideas and Insights
Don’t Fall Into the Careers Gap Trap
March 2018
Career gaps happen for many reasons. From unexpected redundancy, to parenthood, time out, health issues or a change in career direction…
INSEAD Blog
The Mindset That Fosters Career Agility
August 2017
Six personal factors can smooth the process of career change. The good news is that one doesn’t need to have all six to be a career transition ninja. What are yours?
INSEAD Blog
Talent Management for the Age of Career Disruption
June 2017
Companies are still working from a 20th century career playbook. It’s time for a new edition.
INSEAD Blog
Finding a Meaningful Second Act Career
October 2016
After spending years advancing in their careers, many seasoned professionals debut in second acts that combine purpose with a pay cheque.
INSEAD Blog
What Diaspora Executives Learned When They Returned Home
August 2016
Adjusting to a new culture isn’t easy, but for many, coming home is even harder.
INSEAD Blog
Starting Your Career Far from Home
July 2016
Young people seeking adventure, career enrichment and personal fulfilment should consider an overseas stint.
INSEAD Blog
Eight Tips for Career Re-Entry
April 2016
Resurrecting your career after a long break is not easy. But stories of those who went through the transition can teach us how to better navigate a way back to work.
INSEAD Blog
Six Reasons to Hire Military Veterans
December 2015
Military experience builds the elusive character traits that companies sorely need in their leaders.
INSEAD Blog
Why Your Next Hire Should Be an Athlete
October 2015
Athletes who became business successes have passion, resilience and leadership skills. Lessons learned from sport can help in business.
INSEAD Blog
How to Transition From Consulting to C-Suite
July 2015
Former management consultants can make great CEOs. But the transition isn’t an easy one.
