[THE QUESTION I SHOULD HAVE ASKED] Homer Simpson: Is it okay to say no to your boss?

Last updated on July 15, 2026
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That’s the ONE question I should’ve asked. In the latest episode of Makes Sense?, the podcast of SKEMA Business School. I sat down with Cédric Laforge, International Marketing Operations Manager, at Vacheron Constantin. And as he was sharing his tips on how to emulate Homer Simpson -who somehow manages huge responsibilities without ever seeming overwhelmed- I forgot to ask him this question…

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C’est LA question que j’aurais dû poser. Dans le dernier épisode de Makes Sense?, j’ai reçu Cédric Laforge, International Marketing Operations Manager chez Vacheron Constantin. Et alors qu’il nous donnait ses conseils pour suivre la voie d’Homer Simpson qui, malgré d’immenses responsabilités, n’est jamais débordé, j’ai oublié de lui poser cette question…

 

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