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What an absolutely fantastic day, beginning with the 2024 CFO summit hosted by EY, followed by the panel discussion: The Future of Leadership, for the Regional Leaders Programme with Waterford Chamber. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the panel members: Michael Stafford, Louise Grubb, Andrew Campbell-Edie, Jill Hincks, and Michael Kelly. Furthermore, thank you so much to all of the organisers behind the scenes as well for yet another very insightful discussion. My key takeaways were: 1) Strive for inclusivity and psychological safety: Provide people with the support they need in work and choice in how they want to work. Strive to create psychologically safe environments within both the organisation and team. Empower peoples voices. 2) Live in the present and celebrate the positive moments: Be truly present with those around you. Celebrate the small things, the positive moments, and don’t let the negative moments overshadow the wonderful moments each day. Each day is a new day. 3) Lead with empathy and be thoughtful: Pause and think before you speak, long enough to empathise with the other person's perspective. Focus on being thoughtful and calm, not emotional and reactive. Sometimes silence is golden, words have weight. 4) Find your IKIGAI: IKIGAI I believe translates to “a reason to live”. It is found by finding the overlap between what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Find your reason to be excited everyday and lead through it. 5) Build resilience: Focus on learning how to adapt to change, resilience is the ability to withstand adversity. Resilience is something that is often built unintentionally, simply through living life but we can also choose to build it. Choose the harder path and show others what's possible. I finish writing this post with a heavy heart knowing this was the final panel discussion of this Regional Leaders Programme. However, that being said, I am very much looking forward to seeing you all again at the closing lunch. #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #business

What does it take to be successful in the CEO role? https://lnkd.in/eygt57xH We talked to dozens of current and former CEOs from the World 50 community to understand the realities of what a new CEO, an aspiring CEO, or a workforce serving under a new CEO should expect during the early days of leadership. The result: "Excel in Your First Year as CEO," a collection of key insights from those who have navigated the role. While every CEO's experience will be unique, a few themes emerged that can help lay the foundation for success: 🔹 A public company CEO’s first year is more indicative of long-term success (rather than their first 100 days). 🔹 It doesn’t have to be lonely at the top. 🔹 Win-win solutions are more common than many assume. 🔹 Engaging a board demands more time than many new CEOs expect. Access the full guide for first-hand learnings from Oscar Munoz, Bill George, Penny Pennington, Mads Nipper, Chip Bergh, Wanda Austin, Douglas Conant, Rohit Verma, Ron Williams and many more: https://lnkd.in/eygt57xH #CEO #insights #leadership

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Discover the key challenges that CEOs and board members face in today's dynamic business landscape. Our recent survey reveals how external factors, such as economic and geopolitical instability, impact leadership confidence in meeting 2024 goals and long-term succession planning. #CEOs #boards #leadership #successionplanning #boardofdirectors

CFO to CEO: 6 skills that need to be honed McKinsey interviewed 67 CEOs and found the 6 common skills needed. Know how to: 1. Set a strategic direction 2. Align the company with that direction 3. Rally internal leaders 4. Engage the board 5. Connect with stakeholders 6. Sharpen personal effectiveness Though these are core skills, there is a lot more that goes into landing this position and it has far less to do with skills and more to do with character development. See full article in comments for more insights into becoming a CEO! #CFO #CEO #leadershipskills

In today's polarised world, CEOs face the challenging task of navigating politically charged issues with caution and strategy. Many business leaders are now evolving their approach to social and environmental commitments amid rising political tensions and public scrutiny. Aside from CEOs being more selective about when and how to speak out on sensitive issues, at the company level, according to BCG (https://lnkd.in/dS7u4rW8) many are now focusing on the tangible business benefits of these initiatives, linking them directly to shareholder value and long-term sustainability. This approach strengthens their commitment and builds credibility with key stakeholders, who expect businesses to engage meaningfully on important issues. #Leadership #CEO #Strategy

Coming Soon! Great things are on the horizon for trailblazing business leaders! I am thrilled to share a groundbreaking gift that will update audacious business leaders and strengthen their connection to African-American consumers while increasing their profits. Inspiring them to become eager to learn, be bold, and step up to high-stakes, high-return performance in their industry.   Brace yourself for a game-changing experience that will leave a lasting impact.   Stay tuned for the big reveal! #businessinsights #businessmastery #profitablility #businessmagazine #ceocoaching #ceomindset #executivesupport #bizdev

In a dynamic, disruptive, uncertain business landscape, staying ahead means focusing on the right things. And setting the right CEO agenda is not getting any easier. In this article, Homayoun Hatami and Liz Hilton Segel, representing views from McKinsey Strategy & Corporate Finance, cut through the clutter to zero in on eight things that matter to CEOs in 2024: https://lnkd.in/d22j65fs I also encourage you to explore these two collections: ▪ Building great CEOs—McKinsey’s CEO counseling offerings, as well as our latest insights and learnings for current and future CEOs to unlock heightened performance: https://lnkd.in/dzZGfbzq ▪ The McKinsey guide to excelling as a CEO— our insights and advice on topics that should be at the top of your agenda: https://lnkd.in/dddyXB4H #CEOPriorities #BusinessInsights #Leadership #Management

🚀 We’re excited to share the latest edition of our Pathways series, the CEO report! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/evjJasVb After deep dives into the career trajectories of Chief Financial Officers and Chief People Officers over the past 3 years, we're thrilled to present our latest edition, focusing on the most common path to becoming a CEO. Drawing on data from BoardEx, we have analysed 1,500 UK CEO appointments in 2022 and 2023, spanning diverse companies from SMEs to listed corporations, our report shines a light on the pathways to the CEO suite. 📊 This report serves as a compass for aspiring leaders, offering insights into typical routes that pave the way to executive leadership. We delve into key questions and highlight crucial insights for both aspiring and established CEOs, as well as companies seeking to hire or develop a pipeline for the position. We invite you to download our report and discover more about the route to the top executive position. 📖 #CEOPathways #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #BusinessInsights #EtonBridgePartners

Lagertha's Bold Leadership content series is gaining momentum, with profound insights into the essence of Bold Leadership already taking shape. The genesis of this compelling series can be traced back to the beginning of the year when our Advisory Board injected a disruptive force into the agenda. Their impassioned speeches and reflective discussions on Bold Leadership created seismic waves of contemplation within our organization. The profound impact of these discussions prompted us to delve deeper. Fueled by curiosity, we embarked on a journey to explore the multifaceted dimensions of Bold Leadership. Our quest led us to the decision to reach out to leaders within our close-knit network. What emerged from this endeavor is the ongoing content series titled "Speaking & Reflecting on Bold Leadership." In an effort to encapsulate the diverse perspectives that shape the global landscape, we extended invitations to 10 distinguished leaders hailing from both the industrial and entrepreneurial realms. Each leader brings a unique narrative, adding layers to our understanding of Bold Leadership. As we navigate through this series, we invite you to join us on this enriching expedition, where the wisdom of seasoned leaders converges to illuminate the path of Bold Leadership. Lagertha's Bold Leadership content series is not just a collection of insights; it's a testament to the transformative power of leadership that leaves an indelible mark on the way we perceive and practice Bold Leadership. So, get ready for some leadership wisdom and welcome the second guest who is Nikolaj Bruun, CEO, Founder & senior consultant at Gestalt Executive.   You can follow the serie on Speak & Reflection on Bold Leadership here or on on:  YouTube: https://shorturl.at/glM35 Instagram: https://shorturl.at/efHPU TikTok: https://shorturl.at/fzERW Facebook: https://shorturl.at/gkuNR #Lagertha #boldleadership #boldlymovingforward #TheartonOnlinetraining