In this episode of Perspectives, host Ruairi Doyle sits down with Adi Ignatius, long-time Editor-in-Chief and now Editor-at-Large at Harvard Business Review, to explore leadership in an era of ”hyper uncertainty” and the evolving needs of the modern C-suite. Adi shares his perspective on the changing nature of business journalism and why clarity, trust and practical value matter more than ever in today’s crowded content landscape. 

The conversation introduces HBR Executive, a new platform from HBR designed specifically for senior executives. Adi walks us through the vision, key features—including newsletters, masterclasses, playbooks and live events—and how it fills a gap in executive education by delivering concise, evidence-based insights for leaders navigating complexity. 

He also reflects on memorable lessons from some of the world’s most influential CEOs, including Jack Welch’s philosophy on ownership and Satya Nadella’s view that empathy is the foundation of innovation, as well as other standout moments in his illustrious career – like a rare interview with Vladimir Putin for TIME Magazine. Whether you’re leading a business, building your leadership toolkit or curious about the future of executive learning, this episode offers valuable insight from someone at the center of business thought leadership.