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Way more than lunch was shared.   For over twelve years I ran a lunch group for CEOs. About 20 or so would gather on the last Friday of each month, rotating through various fantastic and occasional disappointing restaurants. Some CEOs were regulars and others came now and then.    What I found fascinating was that lunch would be over in a couple of hours and yet more than half the CEOs stayed on for a few hours more.   𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠?   Tuning into the different conversations I realised that these extra hours became a form of informal mentoring. Of course no one used the word ‘mentoring' and perhaps no one thought of it as such.   These CEOs, despite their extensive experience and expertise, felt that they needed a sounding board or a fresh perspective to broaden their view or perhaps to validate their thinking before making a major decision.   The lunch, over the years, created an informal 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘴. Thoughts were shared, advice given and taken along with a bit (and at times a lot) of criticism.   As the lunches continued guests told me how they kept in touch with one another. From time to time some shared how they felt understood when they had doubts about a strategy or how they found support in tackling an opportunity or how they were helped to get over a roadblock.   I think most CEOs reading this post will agree, when I say that their position can be isolating, making it difficult to discuss challenges, issues or doubts openly within their organisation and yet mentoring is still not a common support for CEOs.   I suppose that at this level there’s the challenge of having a mentor who would be appropriate. What I mean by ‘𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦’ is a mentor who offers the right combination of relevant experience, a broad perspective along with trust.   ❇ What are your thoughts? Should every CEO have a mentor? ❇ What's been your experience with a mentor or being the mentor?   #board #chairman #ceo #leadership #nonprofit #business #strategy #culture

Alhamdulillah! Thrilled to announce that I've successfully graduated from Cohort 1 of the Aspire Leaders Program 2024, founded at Harvard Business School This journey of module 3 over the past six weeks, and indeed the entire program, has been transformative, immersing me in the nuances of leadership and the impact of emerging technologies. Here's a detailed look at my experience : Week 1: Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Tsedal Neeley we delved into "Understanding Yourself as a Leader," focusing on identifying and refining our personal leadership styles. Week 2: Prof. Dr. Tarun Khanna taught "Understanding Context & Trust," where we learned about the pivotal role of trust in leadership and its influence on decision-making processes. Week 3: Prof. Dr. Karim Lakhani introduced us to "Digital Transformations and AI," emphasizing how AI and digital innovations are reshaping leadership in the modern era. ✓ Module Completion: Signifies a milestone in leadership development. Structured curriculum and hands-on experiences provided invaluable insights. ✔Team Collaboration: Collaborative environment broadened perspectives. Engagement with diverse professionals enriched learning Masterclasses: Notable sessions include: ✔ Blake Mycoskie's TOMS Shoes: Exemplifies innovative business models addressing social issues. ✔ Professor Jasjit Singh 's Wisdom: Inspired commitment to purpose-driven leadership. ✔ Professor Bryan Penprase 's Global Citizenship: Stressed interconnectedness and fostering positive change. ✔ Professor Ignacio Toledo 's Astronomical Observatories: Showcased role in exploring the universe. ✓ Future Collaboration: Excited for potential collaboration. Equipped to tackle challenges with confidence and innovation. Having had the privilege to complete the ALP twice, 1 can confidently say that it has been an amazing experience that will undoubtedly shape my future career trajectory. Thank you to the entire ALP team for guiding us and believing in our potential. To my fellow participants, mentors, and the entire Aspire community, thank you for your unwavering support, encouragement, and inspiration. Together, we have embarked on a journey of growth and transformation, and I am excited to see where our paths will lead us next. Here's to new beginnings, endless possibilities, and a future filled with leadership and innovation. Onward and upward! #Aspire Leaders Program #Leadership Journey #GlobalImpact #GlobalLeadership #Aspire Institute

Initial results from our CEO Excellence Assessment Tool (CEAT), a proprietary self-assessment survey, offers valuable insights into the key issues faced by over 100 Asian CEOs across 17 major industries. #ExecutiveSearch #Leadership #StantonChase #Financial Services #Environmental, Social, and Governance

We’ve heard often that being a CEO is a role you can never prepare for. The enclosed Study’s results indicate that early-tenure CEOs may be in a learning “sweet spot,” which means that focused investment in their own learning can significantly accelerate performance improvement across many critical CEO behaviors for the remainder of their CEO trajectory. Encouragingly, early-tenure CEOs improve their self-reported performance more than their more-experienced peers do for some of the behaviors that newer CEOs struggled with at the baseline. Newer CEOs that undergo training seem to gain particular benefit in engaging with the board and connecting with stakeholders, for example, which are behaviors that represent a weak spot for many. #CEO #Leader #Leadership #Leadershipjourney

💡We know old models of leadership are no longer fit for purpose. We’re in an age of extreme and rapid change and many new leaders are unequipped to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving business, political and environmental landscape. According to our research, fewer than 1 in 5 leaders😯 have the capability to navigate disruptive change* and 75% of organisations say their leadership development programmes were not very effective.** Our Leadership Framework has been uniquely formulated, taking inspiration from our work with 1000s of CEOs, founders and senior leaders and combined with the collective brilliance of The Change Makers; it is designed to enable leaders to respond to, and thrive in, an ever-shifting context. We believe: 💥One size doesn’t fit all – it fits no one. Success requires a data-driven, iterative approach, grounded in the problem, not the solution. 💥Programmes shouldn’t created in a vacuum, they must be created in the context of the system.  We need to build in the right support to ensure change is embedded and lasts beyond the life of the programme. 💥Our programmes are more than just upskilling. We offer the opportunity to systematically ignite human potential and build a unified approach for your team. If you’re a senior executive leading change within your business, feel free to book a call with our friendly team who will be happy to help Book a call: https://lnkd.in/eFDZX3n3 *The Disruptive Leadership Report, Research in 120+ organisations **McKinsey, The State of Organisations, 2023 —------------------------------ All T– programmes are immersive, blended learning experiences, building practical skills for immediate use. Our core curriculum is constantly evolving, in collaboration with our Change Maker community, and incorporates the latest tools from neuroscience, psychology and entrepreneurship. #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadingInChange #Awareness #PsychologicalSafety #BuildingTrust #Coaching #LeadingThroughOthers #Experimentation #NewManager

✅ By liking, sharing, and commenting on this post, you can help us spread the word about what we do and why it matters. 🧠 𝐎𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 As a leader, it's important to remember that your role isn't just to tell others what to do. It's also about guiding them and helping them to reach their full potential. This means providing support and resources, giving constructive feedback, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive. 🤘 𝗤𝘂𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 From now on we live in a world where man has walked on the Moon. It's not a miracle; we just decided to go. - Tom Hanks 💡 𝗧𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 Reinventing Performance Management Like many other companies, Deloitte realized that its system for evaluating the work of employees--and then training them, promoting them, and paying... https://lnkd.in/f6MiqMa "#management #motivation #startups #leadership #success #mindset #careers #humanresources"

In an era where the role of a CEO is both highly challenging and critically influential, McKinsey's recent insights shine a light on how leaders are navigating their own performance landscapes. Through the CEO Excellence Assessment Tool, early findings reveal fascinating patterns among over 100 CEOs, predominantly from Asia, across six leadership dimensions. This exploration offers a unique peek into the strengths, vulnerabilities, and self-perceived areas for growth among today's top executives. For any leader looking to benchmark their journey or for those curious about the evolving landscape of executive leadership, this article is a must-read. #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOExcellence #ExecutivePerformance #LeadershipInsights #ManagementStrategy #SelfAssessment #BusinessLeadership #StrategicLeadership #McKinseyInsights

😓 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳. Ever feel this way? I surely did. And I can assure you, you are not alone. 🙋♂️ On a client session this week as we were reviewing the 360 feedback from this leader's team, my client said, "I just dont get it. I asked them what training they needed to continue to grow and no one gave me any ideas. And yet they are telling me they aren't getting mentoring or development". 💭 In reviewing the data in front of us I pointed out the extremely low score they had given him in the competency of “personal learning." In exploring this, he realized he only talked about what he knew. But avoided what he was learning for fear of admitting ignorance as a new CEO. 😵💫 You see if you don't embody what you expect in others they won't become the person you hope they will be. Look in the mirror first. You can control the way you show up. And when the leader goes first, others will follow. 💯 ➖➖➖ For over 25 years, I have been a pivotal partner to dozens of organizations and top-tier executives in leading global companies like Eli Lilly, Roche, PIC, and Elanco, helping them embrace change and turn uncertainty into opportunities for growth. My clients' success depends on my skills to rejuvenate their flow, enthusiasm, and confidence in leadership, enabling their organizations to thrive and boost productivity. My DISRUPT, BRIDGE, and GROW formula enables you to lead in a way that ignites new levels of creativity and adaptability in your company during uncertain times. ***** 👉 Type "PDF" in the COMMENTS below, and I’ll send you the FREE comprehensive guide that will help you navigate the challenges of today's ever-changing business environment and achieve success. #leadership #Coaching #Executivedevelopment #exceutivecoaching #leadershipcoaching

It has only taken 17 years, but I am officially joining the elite group of 300 fully certified Scaling Up Coaches Globally 😀 Yes, 17 years ago, as a fresh-faced General Manager in my first real corporate leadership role, I was sitting in a room in Sydney, Australia, listening to this guy called Verne Harnish. He blew my mind and simplified the complex world of running and scaling a business to the point where even I had complete confidence that I could actually do it. The systems, structure, process and guides were all available. All it took was commitment and discipline. As an ex-police officer wanting to make his mark in the corporate world, I had both in abundance. The rest, for me, is history. My passion for investing in good people and the need for structure lead to an infatuation with the Scaling Up performance platform and methodologies. For the next 12 years, I implemented these methodologies on behalf of those I worked for (even if they didn't know it). For the last 5 years, I have been using them in businesses I own and sharing the knowledge with other leaders. Over the years we have been through multiple exits, made the Deloitte Fast500 in Asia Pacific Region for Tech and nominated for numerous leadership awards. Most importantly I have felt like I have made an impact in others lives. Additional thanks must go to another Scaling Up Coach Adrian Pickstock who I have collaborated with over the past few years and who inspired me to finally get certified. Strange as it may sound, I recommend Adrian to anyone looking to scale their business (I am not the right person for every business and Adrian is a legend in the business). Yes, it may only be a piece of paper but for me, it is the validation of the work I have been doing for the past 17 years and also a clear pathway for the future for me, my business and the many business leadership teams I support. #business #leadership #scalingup

Book # 10 of 2024: CEO Excellence By Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, and Vikram Malhotra 👉 The Promise of The Book: To identify the 21st century’s best CEOs, the authors of CEO Excellence started with a pool of over 2400 public company CEOs. Extensive screening distilled that group into an elite corps, sixty-seven of whom agreed to in-depth, multi-hour interviews. Among those sharing their views: Jamie Dimon (JPMorgan Chase), Satya Nadella (Microsoft), Reed Hastings (Netflix), Kazuo Hirai (Sony), Ken Chenault (American Express), Mary Barra (GM), and Peter Brabeck-Letmathe (Nestlé). What came out of those frank, no-holds-barred conversations is a rich array of mindsets and actions that deliver outsized performance. 👉 About The Authors: Carolyn Dewar (Author) Carolyn founded and coleads McKinsey's CEO and board excellence work, coaching many Fortune 100 CEOs to maximize their effectiveness in the role, including business aspiration-setting and roadmap, culture shifts to unlock performance, top-team effectiveness, managing external stakeholders, board engagement, and resetting their own personal operating model. Scott Keller (Author) Scott coleads McKinsey's CEO and board excellence work on behalf of the Strategy & Corporate Finance Practice. He spends the vast majority of his time serving Fortune 100 CEOs and top teams in leading enterprise-wide, multiyear change programs, often also playing a direct coaching role to CEOs during their transitions and beyond. Vikram Malhotra (Author) Vik Malhotra is McKinsey's Chairman of the Americas. He holds key internal leadership roles. 👉 My Review: Brilliant book. Capture the essence of what needs to be done by a CEO and leaders in general. Page after page packed with highly practical and remarkable insights from World-Class business leaders. #reading #TRP2013 #a4aamiriqbal #readingproject2013 #business #success #life #philosophy #ceo #discipline #readinglist #personaldevelopment #startup #performance #leadership #management #mindset #excellence