In a crisis, companies must know their purpose
Boards must drive the effort to answer a fundamental question: Why does our organization exist?
Taking a closer look at female board appointments
Firms facing pressure to add women to the board tend to increase the number of seats, not replace incumbent men — which dilutes the female directors’ power.November 14, 2019 by Matt PalmquistDifficult, uncomfortable, and courageous conversations
At the 2019 meeting of CEO Action, chief executives talk about the challenge of fostering diversity and inclusion in their companies and industries.September 13, 2019 by Timothy F. Ryan, John W. Rogers, Jr., and Efraim GrinbergRelated tags: board, ceo, difficult conversations, diversity, ethnic bias, gender, inclusion, Inside the Mind of the CEO, racial bias, women executivesFocus on corporate culture to prevent the next scandal
For boards, understanding and shaping the forces that drive behavior should move to center stage.March 5, 2019 by Peter MontagnonClosing the Awareness Gap in Technology Projects
Even the best digital fixes sometimes fail, but focusing on nontechnical factors can ensure your investment pays off.November 29, 2018 by Daryl Walcroft and Robert DeNardoRelated tags: big data, board, digital strategy, operations strategy, strategic planning, technology, transformationIt’s Time to Vote Majority Rule Off the Company Board
Listen to the specialists on your board and adopt “qualified consensus” for decision making.October 24, 2018 by Randall S. PetersonHow to Prevent a Faltering CEO from Damaging Your Company
Is your board missing early warning signals that the chief executive is slipping?April 5, 2018 by Ram CharanRelated tags: board, ceo, ceo succession, corporate leaders, governance, neuroscience of power, powerHow leaders and their teams can stop executive hubris
Building a culture of critical thinking and humility can spare companies from the ravages of excessive CEO confidence.November 29, 2017 by Jonathan Mackey and Sharon ToyeRelated tags: board, ceo, change management, coaching, culture, decision making, leadership, management, personal developmentIs diversity in the boardroom reversing?
A new study on gender and ethnic diversity in corporate governance sets off alarms.June 21, 2017 by Laura W. GellerCEOs under Fire
A graphic showing why more chief executives are being ousted for ethical lapses, and some tips on how to prevent missteps. For more insight, read “Are CEOs Less Ethical Than in the Past?”May 15, 2017Related tags: board, ceo, ceo succession, corporate leaders, ethics, governance, leaders, multinational corporations, succession planningAre CEOs less ethical than in the past?
Why more chief executives are losing their jobs after scandals and corporate misconduct. See also “CEOs under Fire.”May 15, 2017 by Per-Ola Karlsson, DeAnne Aguirre, and Kristin RiveraRelated tags: board, ceo, ceo succession, corporate leaders, ethics, governance, multinational corporations, succession planningStrategy Talk: How Do I Build a Strong Pipeline of Future Leaders?
The next generation of management needs to build its strategic acumen through real-world practice.April 12, 2017 by Ken FavaroRelated tags: board, ceo succession, corporate leaders, leadership, strategy talk, succession planningThe Sisyphean Task of Activating Boards of Directors
Ira M. Millstein, a leading light in corporate governance for decades, makes his case…again.February 22, 2017 by Theodore Kinnis+b Trend Watch: Female Board Members on the Rise
The number of women on corporate boards is increasing — and these directors value diversity in the workforce.February 14, 2017A Better Way to Engage Your Board on Strategy
Shaping strategy should be an ongoing team effort of the CEO and directors, not just an annual exercise.January 31, 2017 by Ken FavaroStrategy and the Board
Your strategic planning process and annual off-sites may be holding your directors back.December 22, 2016 by Ken FavaroThe Line between Confidence and Hubris
You can identify early signs of failure or success from a prospective CEO’s behavior.November 21, 2016 by Tim LaseterFar-Flung Shareholder Meetings May Be a Red Flag
When a company chooses to hold its shareholder meeting in a distant location or at an odd time, executives might be trying to avoid revealing bad news.September 8, 2016 by Matt PalmquistBringing Tech Insight to Corporate Boards
Today’s rapidly changing technology environment often has boards scrambling to keep up. The best way to do so lies in recruiting more digital expertise while improving the quality of conversations.April 27, 2016 by Paula LoopYour Next Board Member Should Be a Geek
Why companies need directors with technological expertise.April 11, 2016 by Chunka Mui, Toby Redshaw, and Olof PrippRelated tags: board, technologyThe Mindful Board
Directors facing complex corporate governance challenges can develop their capacity to think together about the implications of their decisions.January 25, 2016 by Charlotte M. Roberts and Martha W. SummervilleWhat Makes a Company More Likely to Protect LGBT Rights?
Attracting new employees and doing right by its current workforce aren’t the only factors that lead a company to adopt LGBT-friendly HR policies.August 13, 2015 by Matt Palmquist20/20 Foresight
Many business leaders need to improve their perceptual acuity. Here’s how you can develop the ability to look around corners — and become a catalyst for change.August 3, 2015 by Ram CharanMix and Deliver: The Next Step for Drinks Apps?
The beverage alcohol world is ripe for disruption, and distributors who are willing to navigate the industry’s hurdles will find opportunities for growth.July 27, 2015 by Christopher Vollmer and Bart SayerRelated tags: board, brand, defense, europe, industrials, innovation, mobile, operations, startups, storesA Case of Successful Failure
This technology company almost died of financial hubris, but its behind-the-scenes resurrection proves there’s sometimes a fine line between winning and losing.July 13, 2015 by Daniel Gross
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