CEO Advisory

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...

Living in an unpredictable world where everything appears to be out of control, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Amidst these challenges, our mental health often takes a toll, leaving us feeling vulnerable and trapped in a cycle of negativity, unable to see beyond the immediate struggles. The constant pressure we...

There is a story of two monks walking down a country road. They come across a beautiful young girl standing by a muddy stream, afraid to cross it by herself. One monk goes up to her, picks her up and safely carries her over the stream. He then returns to...

As a leader you know you need to keep your eyes on the horizon – which innovations will propel your organization forward (e.g., enhance existing ideas and challenge established notions). Sometimes, and especially in the context of your current dynamism and volatility, the amount of current demands makes us more...

In the last two decades, companies across the country have focused on investing money in one of the most important aspects of their operation — their employees. By offering well-rounded employee wellness programs, businesses have realized the immense direct and indirect benefits they can provide, according to Dr. Gregory Duhon, MD....

CEOs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are optimistic, with almost all (96%) predicting revenue growth for their companies this year. This positive outlook is backed by rising economies and strategic government plans like Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the United Arab Emirates' We the UAE 2031. The findings...