CEO Opinions

Why strategic execution is the ultimate game-changer. James Clear, renowned thought leader and author of Atomic Habits, once said, “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” It’s a powerful reminder that ambition alone isn’t enough. Success depends on the...

I’ve heard many friends say they find the approach European businesses take in summer a little strange. We’re talking about August specifically. Given that’s peak season for travellers it seems a little odd that many locals decide to shut up shop and take a break for 2 – 4 weeks...

S4 Capital CEO Martin Sorrell has been relentless in his critique of the Omnicom-IPG merger, treating it as an easy target for scrutiny. Since the deal was announced, he has consistently questioned Omnicom’s reasoning, repeatedly casting doubt on whether the acquisition makes financial sense. His latest remarks came at the...

A recent survey of major Japanese companies has revealed that more than 80% of respondents anticipate raising the prices of their products and services in 2025, largely due to rising costs of raw materials, energy, and labor. The survey, conducted by NHK between mid-December and mid-January, targeted 100 firms, with...

A significant majority of Caribbean CEOs maintain a positive outlook on global economic growth in 2025, according to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey. The regional findings, unveiled during the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting, indicate that nearly 70% of Caribbean CEOs anticipate an increase in global economic growth over...

Malaysian CEOs remain confident in both global and domestic economic growth but are increasingly uncertain about the long-term sustainability of their companies. According to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, 55% of Malaysian business leaders believe their companies will not remain viable over the next decade if they continue on...

Ideas matter. They spark conversations, guide decisions, and set businesses apart in competitive markets. For knowledge-based companies, where expertise is the core product, ideas aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential assets. But how do you ensure your thought leadership program consistently generates the kind of ideas that lead markets rather...

3 Reasons You Need AI-Powered Spend Analytics. Have you modernized your spend management?  It’s Data Privacy Week — a week dedicated to “safeguarding data” and understanding the many consequences of data violations. Believe it or not, your organization is likely suffering from several types of fraud, and comprehensive spend analytics...

A recent survey by PwC revealed that CEOs in the GCC, including Oman, are among the most optimistic globally about revenue growth in 2025. Despite their confidence, regional leaders are acutely aware of the challenges posed by AI, climate concerns, and intensifying competition as industries evolve and boundaries blur. The...

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff stated on Thursday that today’s business leaders would be the last to oversee the entire human workforce as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of organizational operations. Speaking during a panel at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, he emphasized that the...