Ambition January-February 2017

How the ‘blues brothers’ fixed Serco
An unquenchable thirst for a challenge took Angus Cockburn to beleaguered Serco to help turn around its fortunes. David Woods talks to him about his role as Chief Finance Officer and how his MBA qualification helped shape his diverse career.
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Beware experts: call on the radical outsiders
The age of radical disruption demands a fresh mindset and skillset, writes Akiva Beebe
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How to get the best out of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence-driven technology will be transformational in many industries, but how it shapes organisations will depend on their leaders, writes Johnathan Knight.
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Creativity as an import-export business: network your way to innovation
Good, innovative ideas have social origins, so become a bridge between different groups to broker breakthroughs, advises Judith Perle.
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The three virtues of an ideal team player
To make teamwork a cultural reality, employ people with humility, hunger and people smarts, advises Patrick Lencioni.
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Looking to the future for business schools
Len Jones, Chairman of AMBA’s International Management Board, shares his insights following AMBA’s Asia Pacific Conference for Deans and Directors.
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