Lessons Learned the Hard Way (Part II) - Collaborating vs Competing
Skills that you will not learn in a traditional $200K MBA program. Part II of our Lesson Learned the Hard Way series.
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About this Event:
Masterclass #33: Lessons Learned the Hard Way – Competing vs. Collaborating
Join Hap Klopp (Founder of The North Face) and Carlos Baradello (former Corporate VP at Motorola LatAm) for an eye-opening masterclass that dives deep into one of the most critical dilemmas facing leaders today: When do you compete, and when do you collaborate?
Drawing from decades of high-stakes business experience and their latest research into hybrid education and leadership, Hap and Carlos explore the strategic, cultural, and psychological dynamics behind collaboration and competition. With stories from their own careers and real-world case studies, this session reveals the hard-earned wisdom that no MBA program teaches—but every leader needs.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ When to spark competition—and when it can backfire✅ How to use external threats to unite teams and drive innovation✅ The risks of internal rivalries and "rank-and-yank" cultures✅ Why some partnerships succeed while others implode✅ A framework to build win-win collaborations that scale impact✅ How industries are born when competitors collaborate
Why Attend?
If you're an entrepreneur, team leader, or decision-maker navigating rapid change, this masterclass will leave you with a sharper lens on how to lead. Learn to read the moment, align stakeholders, and make bold, effective choices—whether you're launching a startup or growing a legacy business.
This is the latest installment of the Masterclass Series: “Skills You Won’t Learn in a $200K MBA Program,” developed through Hap and Carlos's Excellence in Hybrid Education Project.
🎤 Meet Your Hosts:
Hap Klopp, founder of The North Face, and Carlos Baradello, Silicon Valley venture capitalist and global educator. Together, they’ve taught at top institutions like UC Berkeley and Hult International Business School and mentored leaders around the world.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to tap into the battle-tested insights of two industry legends.
🎟️ Reserve your spot today and rethink how you lead.
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Frequently asked questions
This session is for professionals at all stages—whether you’re early in your career, in mid-level management, or an executive. If you want to grow strategically, build meaningful relationships, and expand your influence, this masterclass is for you.
This masterclass explores the high-stakes balance between competing vs. collaborating in business. Based on real-life leadership lessons and recent research by Hap Klopp and Carlos Baradello, you’ll learn when to compete, when to collaborate, and how to lead effectively in both scenarios.
Yes, the session will be recorded. All registered participants will receive access to the recording after the event.
The masterclass will run for approximately 60 minutes, including time for Q&A with the speakers.
This is a live online event. A Zoom link will be shared with all registered attendees prior to the session.
Not at all! The masterclass is designed to be accessible for both seasoned professionals and emerging leaders. It’s packed with real-world stories and tools that anyone can apply.