CEO Agenda

As an executive recruitment consultant with over 20 years’ experience (14 years running my own company), I have recruited well over 2,000 senior executive and board roles for my clients.  I’ve worked across almost all role families, all industries (including government and not-for profits) and throughout all of Australia and...

In an era of information overflow, the key to success is not the volume of data available but how it's analyzed and utilized. As senior executives, the obligation to make data-driven decisions is ever-increasing, especially within training and development.  In this regard, an enterprise LMS (Learning Management System) is invaluable,...

Invoicing, an indispensable component in any business infrastructure, is witnessing a transformative phase. With trends shifting towards digitization and automation, the invoice management process is evolving. Recent research from Skynova, a free invoice tool provider, delves into the most recent studies and provides a glimpse into the current state of...

The mark of exceptional leadership lies in a person's unwavering dedication to a cause greater than themselves, their selflessness in serving others, their courage, integrity, and the ability to inspire greatness in those they lead. Great leaders have the power to motivate people to explore new horizons, to accomplish their...

Although male CEOs continue to dominate much of the industry, the telecom sector, which requires modernization, appears to be increasingly turning to female executives for leadership, according to the latest report from the CEOWORLD magazine. Allison Kirkby is set to become BT's first female CEO next year, joining a growing...

Today's article covers one of the many schools in Italy for children's best education. As the name suggests, the International School of Bologna (ISB) is in Bologna, a city in Italy. It remains one of the best-performing schools in the city and the country. Known for its stellar educational standards...

Inspiring and motivating others is crucial for leaders, requiring understanding, empathy, and deep connection. While there are various strategies for achieving this, one often overlooked approach is self-intimacy. By delving deep into your being, you not only build a profound connection with yourself but also unlock self-awareness, reveal core values,...

In the midst of our busy lives, finding breathing space is critical for maintaining balance, enhancing productivity, and nurturing our well-being. While self-care and date nights are commonly touted as effective strategies, there are additional approaches that can help us create the necessary space in both our personal and professional...

We’ve seen an increase in the number of companies that are deciding to rely on freelancers or artificial intelligence (ChatGPT) for their content marketing. But this can have a detrimental impact on content marketing results if not executed properly and in tandem with a more robust content strategy that’s overseen...

Over the past few months, I’ve received several LinkedIn InMails asking if I struggle with procrastination. I’ve also come across what seems to me to be an increasing number of articles with titles such as “Procrastination: Why It Happens and How to Overcome It” or “Procrastination: A Scientific Guide on...