CEO
Always Be Selling
By Tom Cramer
In my conversations with the members of our group, I find a series of topics that are raised consistently and across all industries and markets. One of the more prevalent concerns is that of “being out of your comfort zone.” What I have found is most of us get into business to follow an idea or concept based on a specific strength or experience or idea or all of these. That is the natural course, but then we all find that business involves many areas in which we feel lost, incompetent, and …
Who’s in the Cockpit? (Part 3)
By: Tom Cramer
In our earlier discussions concerning the modern C-Suite, we discussed in Part One the evolution of the leadership roles of senior corporate executives. We looked at several of the key functional areas of leadership in Part Two. Adapting Your C-Suite to Reality We fully understand that many of you read those articles shaking your heads a bit, thinking how wonderful it would be to have a full team of professionals helping you fly your plane. It is a simple fact that for smaller and middle-sized businesses, the senior leadership is often …
Who’s in the Cockpit? (Part Two)
By Tom Cramer
As we discussed in Part One of this series, the role of and the makeup of the C-Suite is constantly evolving. The basic needs of leadership and technical specialties and skills are increasingly essential to survival and success. However, the ability to respond to a changing business and work environment is more vital than ever. One empirical proof of this aspect of the change in the C-Suite is the job descriptions provided to executive search firms for various C-level executives. The experience and skills are still listed. Increasingly, those will be almost …
Who’s in the Cockpit?
Part One In just over a century the field of aviation has evolved from near-reckless adventurers flying rickety single-seat planes by “the seat of their pants” to incredibly sophisticated behemoths flown by professional crews following rigorous procedures. This evolution has made flying one of the safest modes of transportation in history. Likewise, in just over a century the world of business has morphed from small businesses run by entrepreneurial individuals seeking to eke out a profit in their own little niches. Today we see the mega-corporations managed by professionally trained executives following disciplines that utilize …
What Every Successful CEO Is Doing Right Now
When it comes to managing a host of different priorities and navigating the various objectives of key stakeholders, CEOs have their work cut out for them. Leading CEOs are able to manage the many hats they juggle, from being the expert salesman, to leading strategic marketing initiatives, to being the consummate diplomat when conflict arises – you have to be ready and able to conquer it all. Over my 20+ years of experience working with a host of CEOs through our award-winning CEO peer group, The Brain …
Top 3 Ways to Grow Your Business
With so much to do in your business and due to the fast-paced nature of the world, it is easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Understanding not just where your business fits within your industry, but also taking time out to consider your long-term strategy and where business opportunities may lie is key in growing your business. According to the CEO peer group experts, here are the top three ways the most successful CEOs continually launch their businesses to new heights.
- Stay abreast of the market. This …
3 Easy Ways CEOs Can Build Employee Engagement
When it comes to connecting with employees, many executive leaders leave that task to HR or department managers. However, recent research points to a growing lack of employee engagement and the importance of CEOs taking a more proactive approach to addressing it in their organizations. According to a Gallup poll, spanning 142 countries with 180 million participants, HR professionals found that only 13% of employees feel engaged in their work. So, what can CEOs do to turn the trend and re-engage their workforce? HR managers and CEO development consultants highly recommend for CEOs to reconnect …
Finding the Right CEO Peer Group Match
As business challenges constantly evolve, having a trusted group of executive leaders to tap into for advice and strategies can be just what you need to take your leadership abilities to the next level. To gain this competitive advantage, many successful CEOs are joining CEO peer groups to reduce their learning curve and accelerate their business results. However, buyer beware! Not all CEO advisory groups are made equal and depending on what you need, finding the right fit is key. Think about the makeup of the group. Since you will be sharing intimate details …
Top Things to Consider Before Joining a CEO Advisor Group
As the demands on CEO’s increase, successful business leaders are turning to proven CEO advisory groups for support. Growing in popularity over the last two decades, CEO peer groups offer business professionals with truly unique access to share information, brainstorm business solutions, and leverage decades of winning business experience among its members. Despite the clear benefits of joining a CEO networking group, the opportunity is not designed for everyone and careful consideration should be taken to determine both the right CEO peer group fit and if the time is right. Here are …
