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Podium's CEO Scott Dickey sat down with Transcend to discuss the importance of a performance culture that's aligned with the strategy and vision of the company. Watch the webinar here!

Have you seen these updates from our CEO? In his latest article, he talks about our progress on strategic priorities for 2024. Check it out!

David Cowan, infrastructure expert at executive search firm Spencer Stuart, on attributes that can help CEOs succeed, said “In this world of complexity, no one can have all the answers, which means it’s increasingly important for CEOs to be like the conductor of an orchestra: they must be able to extract the maximum value from their team in an inclusive way.” The conductor of an orchestra is an apt description and it can also apply to panelists that are able to get the most out of the questions being out in front of them. But, in order for that to happen, the overall respondent experience must hit the right chord and presently, it isn’t. GMIFY – who knew? #marketresearch

CEO’s come in many different sizes and shapes, different academic backgrounds, different areas of industry, and there are many different types of personalities. No “one size fits all”! But you will find there are some characteristics that are most common with the truly great ones. 1. Creating a culture that promotes integrity, innovation and healthy risk taking 2. Creating a strong team that is collaborative and passionate about their work and their work environment 3. Be prepared for change because it will occur and it could be very disruptive to your existing model….don’t fight it, embrace it 4. Invest in training and education of your staff and leadership team. The world is not stagnant and it is the best way to be prepared for the changes that will occur. 5. Listen to your people. Just because you are the CEO it doesn’t mean that you are always right and are the smartest person in the room.   These are just a few of the characteristics of a great CEO that come to mind. I have posted an article highlighting a few of II’s 2024 All-America Executive Team CEO Hall of Famers Alicia Lazaro John Wright Michael D. Zinn Alexis DuFresne Fraser Trimble Jana Schwarz Byrne Bennett Jordan Van Leichter Michelle Ng Kylah Rymond Polly Duddy Gabriela Fung

4A's President, Member Experience mollie rosen weighed in for this Ad Age piece by Ewan Larkin on the important topic of succession planning, emphasizing how vital it is for agencies. Learn more about some of the common challenges and missteps, lessons to be drawn from the The Martin Agency's case study and where diversity fits into the equation. https://lnkd.in/euZk8akb

The Peltz vs Iger board battle at #Disney underscores for me how much the global media industry needs to concentrate on leadership succession planning, which seems to be at the heart of the issue. It may be just my perspective but it seems like the stability of competent, hands-on, long-term CEO vision is starting to go missing across the media space from generation to generation. Notwithstanding its ongoing challenges with enabling greater diversity, big tech seems to have found a way to pave the way from one era to another. Notably: Steve Jobs to Tim Cook(Apple), Steve Ballmer to Satya Nadella (Microsoft), Larry Page to Sundar Pichai (Google) and Jeff Bezos to Andy Jassy (Amazon). Certainly the era of the Summer Redstone, Rupert Murdoch levels of control has ended, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but perhaps there is a need for some entrenched business insight which seems to come from stalwart #leadership.

🚨 RIAs, are you ready to become a lighthouse brand? 🚨 In a crowded wealth management landscape, standing out isn’t just an advantage—it’s essential. Joe Duran outlines the Four Ps of branding in this insightful Citywire article. From a compelling promise to passionate client relationships, these steps turn RIAs into trusted beacons of stability. 🔍 Key Insight: A brand is more than a name—it’s a sacred trust built over time. 💬 What’s your brand’s promise to your clients? Let’s discuss. #BrandBuilding #RIAs #WealthManagement #Leadership https://lnkd.in/gjaUnWFk

For all the #P&GAlumni out there in Toronto this April 9, this is a can't miss event to get candid insights from P&G Presidents, past and present. Now seriously... where can you get actually get this type of discussion with these Presidents? https://lnkd.in/gRE8GmMm

An excellent article drawing out Mr. Uday Shankar’s sterling leadership of a confused and fragmented media industry. He commands the respect not only of his peers but also the regulator and government. He can talk to the PMO and get things done. The regulatory approval for merger came at lightening speed. Two points to ponder- Reliance ecosystem is restrictive and a closed club regime. How will Mr. Shankar deal with this will be interesting to plot and watch. Two,the potential of Bodhi Tree Systems is great considering the dynamism of the co founders.Hope to hear more of this in the future.

Check out this enlightening interview with accomplished CFO Jon Ochetti. I especially like his advice on how to excel in your career while having more fun at work. #CFO #leadership #accountingandfinance