Conclusion: The Timeless Principles of Corporate Endurance

Eric Viardot ()
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Eric Viardot: Skema Business School, Skema Executive Education

Chapter 15 in The Timeless Principles of Successful Business Strategy, 2026, pp 175-177 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Corporate longevity is increasingly rare, with average lifespans shrinking to 15–20 years amid disruption and technological change. Enduring firms succeed not through luck or size but through strategy, anchoring purpose while adapting with flexibility. They prioritize customers, orchestrate capabilities, and balance stability with agility. Innovation is intentional, risk becomes a guide, and growth is pursued with discipline. Leadership is a legacy built on humility, creativity, and evidence-based decisions. There is no rigid formula; endurance demands critical thinking, disciplined execution, and adaptability. Ultimately, enduring firms shape time itself, turning uncertainty into opportunity and ensuring success beyond a leader’s presence.

Keywords: Corporate longevity; Enduring firms; Strategic adaptability; Purpose-driven strategy; Organizational agility; Enduring growth; Leadership legacy; Business resilience (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-14617-5_15

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