Leadership in the butchery

Although governments and businesses are responding to the same rapidly changing world, their leadership styles often stand in stark contrast. Discover why in this blog based on the opinion piece by Karen Wouters and Jochanan Eynikel.

Statements like “we need a strong leader” highlight how persistent the classic leadership ideal—male, assertive, and dominant—remains, despite research emphasizing other qualities. As the world becomes more complex, the question remains: why do we hold on to this?

Lifelong learning is no longer optional—it’s essential for businesses to stay competitive and agile in an ever-evolving world. Both business leaders and employees must continuously upskill to remain future-ready. In this blog, Steven De Haes (Dean of Antwerp Management School) and Luc Luwel (CEO of Voka – Chamber of Commerce Antwerp-Waasland) share their insights on why lifelong learning is the key to long-term success.