The Challenges of Taking on a New Executive Role

The Challenges of Taking on a New Executive Role

The thrill and excitement of being offered a new job is understandable. I know I’ve experienced it many times in my career. Whether it’s in your existing company or it’s an appointment in a new company, it means recognition, more responsibility, more money and a...
Executives Changing Role

Executives Changing Role

“The grass is always Greener on the other side”. This old proverb suggesting other people have a better life than your own is well worth thinking about when you come to look at a fundamental change of role. As Executives, we all develop significant skills and...
Dealing with Pressure

Dealing with Pressure

One of the great joys of setting up your own business is the feeling that at last “I’m in charge”. It’s exhilarating, it’s exciting and life-enhancing. It is all of these things but it can soon change as a whole series of pressures and challenges...
Career Transition

Career Transition

Company careers and jobs for life is no longer a given. Some years ago companies were keen to grow their own talent and ensure their future top team were imbued with the companies culture and values but this is no longer the case. In fact, change is the natural order...
Positive Executive Management

Positive Executive Management

There have been two significant events this week which have an important message for those of us in Executive Management in the handling of staff. Dr Paul Caldarella at Bingham University in Utah, US has published the results of a major study on school children’s...