One of the biggest challenges visionaries and founders often face is the transition to President or CEO. According to a Harvard article “By the time the ventures were three years old, 50% of founders were no longer the CEO; in year four, only 40% were still in the corner office; and fewer than 25% led…
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Company Culture of Innovation! Pros vs. Cons
How does it effect a company culture when it’s leaders are willing to “jump off the cliff and build the airplane on the way down?” Entrepreneur: Someone who jumps off a cliff and builds a plane on the way down. I can’t remember where I first saw or heard this quote, but I’m pretty sure…
The Connected CEO: Part 1
Originally published on July 18, 2013. Updated on May 31, 2019. Is it important for CEOs to be active on social media? My answer to this question is a resounding YES! Social media is here to stay, and it’s becoming more and more critical to our communication systems. While I believe there are some legitimate…
The Connected CEO: Part 2
Originally published on August 3, 2013. Updated on May 31, 2019. So you want to be a connected CEO? You want to take the plunge? Great! But where do you actually start? Corporate social media 101 Make sure your company has a social media policy that both the PR and HR can agree and live…