Charlie Cowan’s Post

When you promote someone into a management role, you are asking them to pull up their roots and replant themselves in a different place. Just think about that for a moment? How do you think that feels? Lonely, out of place, not sure where they fit in, not sure if they can grow enough to be strong again? All of these emotions and more. So what are the senior leaders in your organisation doing about that?

Gary Pryor’s article dives deep into the emotional complexities of being a Managing Director. He highlights the weight of balancing constant decision-making with emotional resilience, the need to maintain team morale under pressure, and the unseen toll that comes with managing high expectations and critical situations. A must-read for those interested in the real, often overlooked, emotional demands of executive leadership. #leadership #emotionalintelligence #executiveresilience

Delivering hard news to senior leaders is good for you. Here are three reasons why ... Delivering hard news to senior leaders is good for you. Here are three reasons why... 👇 👇👇 Delivering hard news ... 1.    Shows courage 2.    Demonstrates commitment 3.    Builds trust. Even though you must, of course, be tactful in your delivery, the willingness and ability to show transparency make you stand out for the right reasons. What has helped you deliver hard news so it is well received? Comment below.

Coming soon, the next LPPI - Your Strategic Partner Executive Programs. Bringing crossed value creation with the prominent leaders to the mission, such an honor to be one of the delegates and learnt a lot from my gurus & mentors 🙏🏻😊

TO ALL DECEMBER 8, 2024 CES-WE TAKERS! Today is not just a test—it’s a testament to your commitment, your preparation, and your vision as a future leader. The CES-WE is designed to challenge your critical thinking, decision-making, and understanding of what it takes to lead in complex environments. Each question is an opportunity to demonstrate not only your knowledge but your ability to analyze, strategize, and make impactful choices. Remember, this test is part of a larger journey—a step toward the honor of serving with distinction as a Career Executive Service officer. Embrace the process with confidence, focus, and the knowledge that you are ready to take on this challenge. You’ve got this—shine brightly and lead the way! LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/eMr7nq6q

Chad Cross and I had a great conversation, which I'm very happy to get to share with you here! We talk about so many aspects of the shift from being an individual contributor to management & leading teams and engagements. #career #leadership #growth #iiba

Board members play a pivotal role in steering organizations toward success. Here are five essential skills and competencies that define a truly impactful board member. REF Forums are similar to a board meeting, it’s a unique space where Members gain clarity to make their most important and challenging business, professional, and personal decisions. 👉Our Forums are composed of business leaders with exceptional trajectories. 👉Non-competing sectors, without conflicts of interest. 👉They meet one morning a month. 👉Facilitated by a certified Forum Leader with our proven methodology. 👉Safe space for discussion and debate. 👉Culture of transparency, trust, and confidentiality. 👉Space for reflection and planning. At each Forum meeting, members enrich themselves with the diverse perspectives that emerge from peer feedback = Collective Intelligence.  Learn more about REF: https://ref.global

What makes a good Board leader? For the National Association of Corporate Directors, the answer is "fortitude." Corporations are witnessing seismic changes in a number of fields that are reinforcing and interacting with each other in unpredictable ways. This means the role of the Board is changing, and the NACD’s 2020 blue-ribbon commission argued that directors need to be more engaged with the business, while Board structure and processes change and become more transparent. Board leaders have to champion these changes, which requires courage, resiliency and determination - all aspects of fortitude. If you are thinking about a Board career one day, be ready to take a gut check. #corporategovernance #fortitude #boardcompetencies

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Join me on a journey to unravel the complexities of Corporate Governance, as we delve into the intricacies of effective board management, accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership. Together, let's demystify the nuances and explore best practices for a more sustainable and responsible business landscape.