CEO Advisory

Workplace conversations usually involve a lot of instructions, demands, closed questions (“do you agree?”) and leading questions (“this will be good, won’t it?”). They often feature idle chitchat about nothing, collusion, lies, gossip or worse. They may not be pleasant, but these are automatic and socially acceptable ways to relate...

Becoming the CEO of a large organization for the first time is a challenging leadership transition. While the path to the top usually prepares a first-time CEO well for key internal leadership tasks (such as building and leading executive teams, driving execution, and crafting vision and strategy) many organizational leaders...

Social media is one of the most important marketing efforts out there, and even CEOs should be engaging. Unfortunately, less than half see the importance of a strong social presence. According to a report from CEO.com and DOMO, 60 percent of CEOs don’t have a social media account in their...

Among the top 30 colleges that produced the most Fortune 500 CEOs, the University of Wisconsin–Madison produced the most – 14, according to a report by Chicago-based Kittleman & Associates.  Fourteen Fortune 500 CEOs call the University of Wisconsin–Madison their alma mater, making it the most represented college among the...

A personal loan? Save you money? Yes, you read that right. But before we look at how exactly you can do this, let’s be clear on what exactly this loan is and why you should consider it. What is a personal loan? It is an unsecured loan that is given...

When you talk, do your customers listen? If you’re honest with yourself, the answer to this question might not always be “yes.” Customers are known to ignore brands – whether intentionally or unintentionally – and you need to make sure you don’t fall into this category. Practical Ways to Engage...

More and more people want to feel morally good about the things they consume and like relevant brands to reflect their beliefs. These are key issues that I discuss in my writing and talks and were highlighted yet again by the recent high-profile, and highly controversial, Kaepernick/Nike advertising campaign. The...

Each December, CEOWorld magazine identifies the top five technology trends poised to transform the world in the New Year.  In 2018, Blockchain and Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing were two digital platforms recognized for the dramatic impact they have on global enterprise, particularly in leading industries such as manufacturing, government, and supply...

It may not be immediately obvious what the business case is for shifting toward inclusion, but the market opportunity is exponential. Consider the objects and tools around you: the adjustable chair at your desk, reading glasses, the touchscreen on your mobile device, your computer keyboard, email, flexible straws. All of...

Want to Scale Your Business and Have More Free Time? Make Sure You Have a Process for These 36 Things. One of the most powerful operational secrets we have discovered after decades of helping our business coaching clients is the concept of a “UBS”. Are you tired of working 70...