Career
COMMENT: Psychology, 24 May, 2022
Why emotional intelligence is essential for successful leadership
Cold logic is not a vote winner for politicians or board members. Sir Keir Starmer needs to focus on his feelings.
INSIGHT: Strategy, 21 April, 2022
Board effectiveness in the new world of work
Boards should use this post-pandemic period to reflect and reinvent themselves and their working practices.
INSIGHT: Leadership, 11 April, 2022
Selecting a direction: the six paths to leadership
The distinct paths taken by executives when assuming leadership roles will influence their perspectives and strategies for success.
NEWS: Strategy, 5 April, 2022
Climate leadership: meeting the challenges of ESG
A new certification programme aims to equip boardrooms with knowledge to confront the challenges and opportunities presented by climate risk.
INSIGHT: Corporate culture, 31 March, 2022
Meaning at work: the value of workplace rituals
Many workers are struggling to find inspiration and purpose post-pandemic. Leaders must nurture workforce rituals that create meaning.
NEWS: Non-executives, 28 March, 2022
NED Awards 2022: a diverse range of nominees and outstanding winners
This year’s winners include a hospital foundation chair, a diversity leader and a chair at the heart of efforts on a Covid vaccine.
INSIGHT: Board reform, 28 February, 2022
Rethinking boards: what does the future hold for directors?
As companies increase in complexity, directors may struggle to add impact and value. Here are five potential areas for board reform.
NEWS: Leadership, 24 February, 2022
Women hold only 13.7% of executive director roles in FTSE 100
While 37% of all board directors are now women, just six FTSE 100 companies have female CEOs—none of whom are from an ethnic minority group.
NEWS: Selection, 18 November, 2021
New CEO appointments reflect ‘multi-dimensional role’ amid the pandemic
Boards have appointed a greater number of women, non-nationals and candidates with an advanced degree or MBA during the past year.
INSIGHT: Leadership, 27 September, 2021
The hot seat: how chairs shape a positive board culture
A chair’s real skill lies in their ability to engage with and earn the respect of the board without having to overtly exercise power.