Research & Insight

With access to the world's senior executives, our consultants are in a unique position to understand the issues and trends affecting leadership talent in a wide range of industries, sectors and functions. Through a variety of publications we share our perspectives and insights into the changing roles, responsibilities and requirements of leaders in an ever-changing business environment.

Featured Research & Insight

Point of View 2012

In a world undergoing more and faster changes than at any time in history, leaders find themselves scrambling to answer key questions about the specific measures and the overall mindset companies should adopt to stay successful and keep ahead of seismic shifts in the business landscape. Read more

Spencer Stuart US Board Index 2011

The 26th edition of this annual publication examines the latest data and trends in board composition, board practices and director compensation among S&P 500 companies. Read more

Recruiting the Digital Director

A look at the newest expert in the boardroom—the digitally-savvy director—and a model for navigating this unique recruiting process. Read more

You Need a Leader - Now What? How to Choose the Best Person for Your Organization

The best leaders aren’t found by looking for that one perfect person. Organizations get the leaders they need when they identify the demands of their situation, and create a process designed to locate the person who best fulfills those requirements. Read more

Succeeding at Succession

Extensive analysis by Spencer Stuart of S&P 500 company performance reveals that the relative performance of internal versus external CEO candidates varies depending on whether a company is healthy or in crisis. This article was originally published in the Harvard Business Review. Read more

Better Under Pressure: How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others

Most business leaders can take only so much pressure before their performance slides. Yet some CEOs deliver their greatest successes when times get toughest. How do they do it? Read more

Talent 3.0: Solving the digital leadership challenge — a global perspective

Illuminating the organizational and talent challenges companies face as they embrace more technology-driven business models and suggest ways leaders can make sure their organizations are prepared to compete in a more digital
world. Read more

Cornerstone of the Board: Lessons on Creating or Rebuilding a Board

Best practices for building or rebuilding a corporate board. Read more

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