The definition of a ‘great CEO’ has evolved—and boards must evolve with it. In today’s volatile, complex, and high-expectation business environment, the leadership traits that once guaranteed success are no longer sufficient. Financial acumen, operational expertise, and a commanding presence, while still important, have

In a world of high-stakes leadership decisions, data is your best ally. When hiring a C-suite executive, the cost of getting it wrong can be staggering—three times the salary or more in direct losses, not to mention the cultural disruption, strategic delays, and lost

At its core, emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, manage, and express one’s emotions effectively — while also navigating the emotions of others with empathy and insight. In the leadership context, this translates into: Building trust and cohesion across teams Guiding organizations through

Leadership development is no longer optional, it’s your strategic advantage. In a landscape defined by rapid change, aging leadership populations, and new skill demands, the question isn’t if you need to prepare for tomorrow’s leaders. It’s whether you’re acting fast enough. So please ask

A poor executive hire can cost more than 3x the role’s annual salary. Yes, you read that correctly.  Between onboarding expenses, lost productivity, disruption to team morale, and the cost of a replacement search, a mis-hire at the executive level drains far more resources

Executive departures rarely happen because of skills gaps, they happen because of misalignment. Time and again, organizations appoint leaders with impressive credentials, only to see them exit prematurely.  Why?  Because technical skills can open the door, but culture-fit keeps them in the room. So,

Succession planning is supposed to ensure smooth leadership transitions. Yet, surprisingly, nearly 70% of companies have ineffective or nonexistent succession plans, leaving them vulnerable to costly disruptions, governance breakdowns, and diminished stakeholder trust. The truth is, succession failures are rarely due to a lack

The rules for executive hiring have fundamentally changed—and boards can no longer afford to play by yesterday’s strategies. Consider this striking shift: 78% of boards now prioritise cultural alignment and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) competencies in executive searches—up dramatically from just 43% in

Executive search refers to seeking out highly talented individuals to occupy skilled positions within organisations. Senior-level jobs or executive roles have potential candidates struggling against fierce competition since only top talent is chosen. Enter head-hunters, whose job is to discover the best of the

A recent phenomenon affecting the workplace is seeing increasing numbers of women leaders leave their companies at an unprecedented rate. We are in the midst of a ‘Great Breakup’, according to the Women in the Workplace Report 2022, conducted by McKinsey & Company and