6 Traits to Look for in a Post-Pandemic Executive Hire
Today’s CEOs need to be ready for anything. The global pandemic has brought about a new era of uncertainty for business leaders and their teams as they attempt to navigate an increasingly complex environment full of new risks, challenges, and opportunities. In this article, we’re going to take a look at the top six characteristics
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Hiring for Today’s CEOs: What You Need to Know About the Modern Executive in a Post-Pandemic World
The world is changing. Before the pandemic, the main hiring factor for new CEOs was their efficiency and ability to achieve objectives. In a fast-paced environment, the right person could be counted on to make the right decisions and deliver results. They had strong track records, large networks, and impressive degrees from prestigious schools. They
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8 Attributes of a Great Credit Union CEO
It takes an exceptional person to lead an institution that truly belongs to its members. What makes a great credit union CEO? The answer is not as simple as you might think – it’s not just about having the right skill set or experience. As with any business, a CEO has to have the necessary
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It’s Time to Elevate the Roles of CHROs
The role of the CHRO has been traditionally limited to hiring for open positions, designing compensation and benefits packages, and ensuring compliance of the company with federal and state hiring regulations. Until now, a CHRO’s responsibility for an organization has not been proactive but reactive — to decisions made by other executive leaders. Many leadership
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Combating Loneliness as a CEO
There’s a famous saying — “It’s lonely at the top.” CEOs often find this saying true. In fact, a study by Harvard Business Review found that over half of CEOs feel lonely in their role, and 61% indicated that feelings of loneliness hinder their performance. As the individual with the most significant level of responsibility
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How CEO Turnover Can Hurt Private Equity Investments
When a private equity company chooses to invest in a growing company with potential, they often bring a new CEO on board to support their initiatives for the company. This move is intended to increase revenues and profits. A new private equity CEO is often helpful for guiding the company in a new direction designed
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What Should a CEO at a SaaS Company Earn?
CEO earnings vary widely and depend upon many different factors, including their location, their experience, and the type of industry they work for. SaaS CEOs are no different. A CEO salary survey in the SaaS industry can turn up a wide variety of base salary earnings — from $1 to over $900,000 per year. On
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Inclusive Leaders – What Are Their Roles in a Workplace?
By Linda Devonish – Mills, CAE, CPA, CMA, MBA, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant Characteristics of an Inclusive Leader When conversations and emphasis on diversity practices began over 20 years ago, the acronym D & I, referring to diversity and inclusion, was popular. In recent years, it is not uncommon to see the acronym, I
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2022 Trends in Executive Search
Cowen Partners Executive Search outlines some of the trends we are seeing in not only in demand positions, but the hurtles both clients and candidates have to overcome to succeed. “Decisions made today will need to be reconsidered within three months.” – Greg Becker, CEO of Silicon Valley Bank In the post-pandemic world, it’s become
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How to Identify the Right CEO Candidates for Private Equity Firms
When it comes to private equity firms, hiring the right CEO is, especially, important. He or she must be able to drive and deliver performance without exceeding a predefined time frame in order to maximize the crystallization of value at the end. However, according to research by Joe Hunt the majority of client stakeholders realize
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