CEO Advisory

In the ever-evolving landscape of business technology, the role of Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) is emerging as a pivotal force in steering organizations towards innovating, adopting, and scaling artificial intelligence. As companies increasingly adopt artificial intelligence (AI) across various operations, organizations feel there is a need for a dedicated...

"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying 'I will try again tomorrow'." — Mary Anne Radmacher We live in times of great turmoil and volatility. The coronavirus tested not just leaders of governments but also business leaders. Those who were courageous...

Every one of us shares the same deep psychological need to be seen, respected and valued. Matthew Lieberman, a social neuroscience researcher and professor of psychology at UCLA, suggests that our brains process the feeling of being isolated and alone as a survival threat, one that ranks alongside safety, shelter,...

The distribution of global GDP among the world’s largest economies has changed over time, reflecting shifts in economic policies, technological advancements, and demographic trends. Below is a table showing the world’s top six economies and their share of global GDP from 1980 to 2024. All figures were sourced from the...

Over the past 35 years, my efforts to make reliable health information and care more accessible have been rewarding but challenging. Thanks to the talent and dedication of many teammates, we have had a positive impact on our nation’s hidebound and inefficient healthcare delivery system, but progress has been hard...

Don’t let the name “soft skills” fool you – they’re anything but easy. Skills like communication, emotional intelligence, resilience, leadership, teamwork, adaptability and empathy are the backbone of success in today’s rapidly evolving work environment. Mastering these skills is often more difficult than acquiring “hard” job-specific technical skills that require...

Background – In continuation to my address in Without the Fear of Assessment in LEAD THE CHANGE: AN ANTHOLOGY TO EMPOWER SCHOOL LEADERS (2019) I believe that your feedback even on a dress or drawing matters the very feeling of a job well done. The mood and moment, the tenacity...

In the high-pressure realm of business leadership, confidence is often considered a non-negotiable asset — a quality that defines the very essence of a successful executive and their team. However, an unwavering state of self-assurance is not the norm; even the most confident leaders face moments of doubt. Accepting that...

The world was caught off guard. CEOs were taken by surprise. Repeatedly. The COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine War, and the recent escalation of hostilities in the Middle East were largely unexpected crises that have led to tragic results for millions of people. These events have also had ripple effects on...

In an increasingly digitalised and competitive world, digital talent can be a valuable resource for companies in every sector when they manage to stand out and differentiate themselves. To find this talent, more and more companies are turning to specialised agencies.  Digital talent agencies are responsible for searching for, selecting, and...