CEO Agenda

More than two-thirds of CEOs remain committed to their climate strategies, but many are altering the language and terminology used to communicate these efforts, according to a new survey by KPMG. While there is uncertainty about achieving near-term climate goals, most CEOs expect significant returns from their sustainability initiatives over...

While sometimes it can appear that becoming an entrepreneur comes with a dream lifestyle, trying to get a business off the ground during a cost-of-living crisis in a cash-strapped post-pandemic world is neither easy nor glamorous. However, it is doable. But you're going to need a certain set of skills...

Members of any team, including those in academic institutions, are more open and willing to share more ideas and conversations when they work in a psychologically safe work environment. The team spends more time solving problems than managing member relationships (Bradley et al., 2012). Resilience with varying degrees of intensity...

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that 100 airline CEOs have now pledged their commitment to the IATA Safety Leadership Charter since its introduction at the 2023 IATA World Safety and Operations Conference. The most recent addition to this list, Aer Lingus CEO Lynne Embleton, was confirmed during the...

Just what is a ‘leader’, really? And why do we want to be one? A CEO? A Manager? A Captain? And just what is it that we want to achieve? 22000 flying hours and decades of working with countless flight crew, ground crew and office staff, all focussed on building...

Recommendation system algorithms are a technological advancement widely adopted by major online platforms, shaping much of what we see online today. However, many people remain unaware of the broader implications of these systems. Originally, recommendation systems were designed to address the problem of information overload. As the volume of content—books,...

You’ve probably heard that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single footstep. At a&o Hostels, our journey of scaling our operation to become of the first net-zero hospitality brands in Europe began a decade ago with an examination of our carbon footprint. As founder and CEO of...

In the dynamic landscape of modern work, the debate over remote versus in-office work remains at the forefront. Amidst the diverse opinions and strategies, one principle stands out: managing to output. This approach focuses on the results rather than the hours clocked in, a concept that resonates deeply with Jacky...

I recently submitted a piece to CEOWORLD Magazine about CEO Forums, which featured a 2x2 figure (see below) illustrating the stages of psychological safety the members experience as the group matures. These stages include Caution, Courage, Community, and Complacency. Caution and Courage are the stepping stones toward Community (where being...

Building decarbonization is becoming a major focus for U.S. companies as they ramp up efforts to combat climate change, according to a recent survey conducted by Carrier Global Corporation. The survey, which gathered responses from over 200 C-suite executives, revealed that 83% of U.S. executives plan to increase their sustainability...