Boards need a specific type of leadership. Authentic, ethical and empathic leaders are only a few of what makes for good board members.
In recent years, the conversation around workplace mental health has shifted from a ‘nice to have’ to a business-critical issue. For boards, this evolution presents both a challenge and an opportunity: the challenge of addressing complex, often hidden risks, and the opportunity to lead with empathy, foresight, and accountability. As board directors and governance professionals,…
In the competitive business environment, boards of directors must focus on maximizing shareholder value by integrating seasoned sales and marketing leaders. Their expertise enhances strategic initiatives and profitability through informed go-to-market strategies and evaluating growth opportunities. Appointing such professionals ensures long-term success, aligns with market changes, and fulfills shareholder expectations.
We know this, but we keep pushing the lie – the lie that the problem with getting a board appointment lies with your confidence in your ability to do the job. There is a completely different problem and when you understand this, you will not wait another day to start applying. The Research that had…
In a world of turmoil, the world is in need of empathetic leadership. Empathetic leadership in the workplace should start with the board, run through the executive and senior management, and right down to the lowest-ranking employee in the company.
