Executive Masterclass

Leading in the Age of Outrage

An HBR Executive Masterclass with Karthik Ramanna

July 9, 2025

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Public outrage is becoming an ever-present threat to businesses and leaders in today’s hyperconnected and polarized world. It travels at lightning speed, disrupting decision-making, damaging reputations, and stalling progress. It’s no longer enough for leaders to know how to manage a crisis; today’s leaders must learn how to lead in a world of constant crisis.

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