Boards and CEOs tend to agree: results count, and rewards should follow. But CEO performance is about more than just… Continue Reading Results vs. Impact: The Challenge of Assessing and Rewarding CEOs in Turbulent Times
A strong Board-CEO relationship is fundamental to organizational success. This article explores the inherent tensions in this dynamic – such as differences in responsibility, information access, and tenure – and offers practical strategies to navigate them constructively. By fostering trust, aligning on purpose, and establishing clear mutual expectations, boards and CEOs can transform potential friction into productive collaboration. The piece emphasizes the importance of a robust Chair-CEO partnership, regular feedback, and structured processes to ensure a resilient and effective leadership alliance. Continue Reading Strengthening the Board-CEO Relationship: Practical Strategies for Success
The greatest leaders are also passionate learners. Great leaders are open to feedback and continually incorporate learning into every aspect… Continue Reading CEO Evaluation
CEOs can be make-or-break for organizations – results, values and relationships are all at stake. Almost half of CEOs fail… Continue Reading The Board’s Only Employee
DEMYSTIFYING DEBRIEFS — Part 1 It’s that time of year again – the annual CEO performance review – and the board… Continue Reading CEO Evaluation: Conversations with Real Impact (PT 1)
DEMYSTIFYING DEBRIEFS — Part 2 The meeting is booked, invites are sent, and the CEO evaluation report is in the CEO’s… Continue Reading CEO Evaluation: What Does a Great Conversation Look Like? (PT 2)
Is CEO evaluation the last thing on your mind right now? We get it. In the face of ongoing disruption… Continue Reading How Should You Evaluate Your CEO’s Performance This Year?
These are unusual times for everybody. As the pandemic unfolds and deeply impacts peoples’ lives and the economy, leadership is… Continue Reading Four Talent Questions Boards Need to Ask Right Now
Hiring, evaluating, compensating and managing CEO transition is arguably the board’s most important area of responsibility. Ironically, experienced board members… Continue Reading Terminating the CEO
