Executive Agenda Newsletter
The Benefits—and Challenges—of an Insider CEO
February 13, 2026
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Summary.
Welcome to the HBR Executive Agenda for February 12, 2026.
HBR Executive delivers trusted insights and actionable strategies to guide leaders through consequential decisions. Practical tools, and forward-looking perspectives cut through the noise to equip you to navigate uncertainty, stay ahead of emerging trends, and plan for a stable future.
Exclusive Benefits
Playbooks
Concrete strategies, tactics, and solutions to real challenges from your peers and other experts. Published every 2 weeks. All Playbooks (Opens a new page)
Masterclasses
On-demand sessions with top experts to help you strengthen your leadership. Posted every 2 weeks. All Masterclasses (Opens a new page)
Agenda
A weekly newsletter of timely insights that interpret today's business climate and help you chart a path to what's next. All Agenda (Opens a new page)
Live
Monthly candid conversations with top business thinkers on topics you care about. All Live Sessions (Opens a new page)
The Strategy Lab
An AI-powered platform purpose-built to help C-suite leaders develop, communicate, and align their business strategies. Explore The Strategy Lab (Opens a new page)