How to identify emerging leaders in non-leadership roles
While succession planning is an embedded process in most large organisations, rarely is this extended beyond existing leaders. Research suggests emerging talent is generally the most at risk of leaving if not engaged in the talent planning process. Recent data from Work Institute’s Retention Report estimates that it costs as much as 33% of a […]
3 essential steps to prepare for CEO succession
It is essential for all organisations to ensure their longevity. So as CEO, one of your organisation’s most critical responsibilities is to consider who is going to succeed you. A survey conducted in 2019, revealed that only 35% of organisations had a formalised succession plan in place, which means there are a lot of organisations facing the […]
How to plan a great career at any age or stage
Planning your career is not something you should set and forget. It is an important part of any stage in your life or career and can help drive your next promotion, the leadership opportunity you’ve been chasing or to make a complete career shift. Career planning is the continuous process of proactively managing and mapping […]
How to ensure your digital footprint enhances not hinders your career
What digital footprint are you leaving behind? With most of the world active across various social media platforms and online networking sites, it can be easy to forget that what you put online about yourself leaves an impression that can be difficult to erase. So, if you’re ready to jump into a new role, shift […]
10 steps for success in an executive job interview
Whether you’re already an executive or looking to jump to an executive role, there are some important steps to cover when preparing for your job interview. Knowing what to prepare is key to help you stand out from other candidates and convey you are the best person for the role. According to Forbes Magazine, organisational thinking has shifted dramatically […]
10 potential traps to overcome in CEO succession planning
CEO succession planning is one of the most important responsibilities of a board but planning and effecting a successful CEO transition can have its complications. A global survey conducted in 2020 discovered that 56% of Australian and New Zealand companies did not have a contingency plan for CEO succession, 23% did not regularly discuss CEO […]
5 characteristics of charismatic leaders that will motivate employees
As a leader, it is important to inspire and motivate your employees, increase their employee engagement and drive performance. Adopting a charismatic style of leadership is one way to encourage your employees to stretch beyond their abilities and is often considered a powerful way to lead. Charismatic leaders are extremely influential and enjoy taking risks. They […]
5 top tips to be a hybrid-working champion
The disruptive and unprecedented nature of Covid-19 has transformed traditional work contexts and created an opportunity for flexibility and change. 2020 rapidly accelerated our understanding and adoption of remote working. It is clear now that there are a range of hybrid working environments that have begun to emerge, which require us to reimagine where and […]
5 tips to master your virtual interview
A few years ago a virtual interview would have been pretty unusual. Move forward to 2021 and many people and their organisations are working from home. Virtual meetings, virtual chats and now virtual interviews are commonplace. According to Gartner, 89% of organisations have shifted to virtual recruiting since COVID-19. That’s a significant shift. So, if […]
Are you an authentic leader? We share our top 5 tips
We’ve all heard the idiom, “just be yourself” but what does this actually mean for authentic leadership and and can being truly authentic hinder or help your ability to lead people? A study in the Leadership and Organisation Development Journal discovered that authentic leadership has a positive impact on work-related attitudes and happiness and is […]