CEO INSIGHTS
Jeff Immelt: What I Learned From Failure
In an excerpt from his new book, the former CEO of GE shares hard-won wisdom about surviving defeat, coping with regret and moving forward.
The Power Of Ten: Three Conversations To Improve Communication And Engagement
It takes courage and humility for a leader to ignore an attraction and addiction to hierarchical authority. Some best practices to avoid the pitfalls of power and improve internal communication.
A Wrong Poison Pill
Delaware Court invalidates Williams’ Poison Pill and finds that Williams’ board has breached its fiduciary duties. What directors and CEOs need to know.
Management Lessons From The Only Ship Built To Sink
Onboard a submarine, crewmembers must reach a delicate equilibrium of individual vs. team—and too much weight on either side can spell disaster.
The Pool And The Pipeline
To close the growing job-skills gap, companies need to focus on getting the most out of their current employees and grow the pool of incoming talent.
Hands On: Glove-Making CEO Cleans Up Processing Industries
Eagle Protect founder Ardagh investigates U.S. manufacture of pristine gloves for food and medical processing.
Why D&I Will Be A Critical Part Of Your ESG reporting
With proxy season approaching, companies need to get a handle on their ESG reporting, and more specifically, the D&I component, which will be under a sharp microscope. Three leading practices to get it right.
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Fast-Growth M&A: A Winning Strategy
Doing several smaller acquisitions can help a company grow faster and generate more value than individual deals, but the increased deal flow can tax acquirers, leaving them with insufficient resources to get the deals done properly. Some tips to increase chances of success.
Embedded Finance: The Next Big Disruption?
A look at how a host of brands are becoming fintech disruptors—and the questions all CEOs should be asking about embedded finance.
The Employer’s Role In The Vaccine Rollout
The CEO of a company that helps consumers access vital healthcare data offers the top three considerations for leaders as they support employees through the Covid pandemic.
Establish Organizational Alignment To Ensure Success
Alignment is like sculling—when the entire team works in cadence with the coxswain, the boat moves straight and fast. Conversely, even a small percent difference in the force of oars will be the difference between winning and losing.
Creating, Sharing and Living a Leader Philosophy
Two former U.S. Army Brigadier Generals explain why CEOs must understand and communicate who they are and what they expect in order to best influence positive momentum in others.
CEO CONFIDENCE INDEX
Shifting Into Growth Gear
A survey of more than 250 CEOs shows business leaders are bracing for unprecedented growth in a post-Covid world—and a newly released report shows how they’re planning to achieve that.
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Ram Charan: The One Essential For CEOs Facing The Worst
Far too many CEOs I have worked with make the mistake of neglecting development of a 'personal board of directors' until it is too late. How to build one—and use it correctly.
Heroizing CEOs Exacerbates Gender Divide
When we stop perpetuating leadership values based on a male-dominated culture, we create space for new models of leadership that are better for women—and better for the bottom line.
What Health Reform May Mean For Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance
Each proposed reform has implications for employer-sponsored health insurance. Here's what CEOs need to know.
Beyond Bezos: Nine Challenges Facing Andy Jassy
Following a superstar founder is never easy, but Amazon's new CEO also has a full plate of major strategic problems to solve when he takes over later this year.
Enriching The Leadership Pipeline
Today’s students are tomorrow's leaders and if they want to recruit and retain them, CEOs need to understand what they really want.
BEST & WORST STATES FOR BUSINESS
Best and Worst States For Business
Looking to relocate or expand? Evaluate each state's strengths with Chief Executive's annual Best & Worst States for Business raking.
CEO OF THE YEAR
CEO of the Year
Once a year, we celebrate the achievements of a CEO, honored for his or her success in and dedication to business, shareholders and customers.