Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I advise CEOs and senior executives on leadership and strategy. Relationships are absolutely critical for effective leadership.

When companies focus on cost cutting and hoarding cash, they can alienate customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders, and communities—just when they’re needed most. by Sandra J. Sucher and David M.

Stakeholder management involves identifying, understanding, and engaging with people, groups, or organisations that can influence or be influenced by a project, programme, or business. Stakeholders, ...