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From Founder-Led to Founder-Inspired: Advice for Successor CEOs Our analysis of founder transitions underscores the challenges for successor CEOs. Here is our advice for overcoming these challenging dynamics and accelerating performance.
How CEOs Build Confidence in Their Leadership Our research finds that it takes two years for CEOs to earn stakeholder confidence; but leaders who focus methodically on gaining it can generate remarkable increases in company value.
Is the CFO the best successor to the CEO? Well, it depends... CEOs and senior business leaders who have previously served as CFO consider the advantages and downsides of a CFO becoming a chief executive.
Spencer Stuart Director Pulse Survey: Time Commitment 2024 For the second consecutive year, Spencer Stuart surveyed directors on how much time they are spending on their board duties. In this piece we look at some of the highlights of this latest survey, based on 751 responses from U.S. directors.
2024 U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index Now in its 39th year, the U.S. Spencer Stuart Board Index examines the latest data and trends in board composition, board governance practices and director compensation among S&P 500 companies.
Preparing for a Board Opportunity This guide for experienced and first-time candidates for corporate directorships looks at how they can prepare for a board opportunity and determine if there is a mutual strong fit.
Leadership in the Quantum Computing Industry The quantum industry is on the cusp of a breakout. How do you prepare for the future of leadership in this industry?
The impact of talent development, diversity and AI on future retail leadership With next generation retail leaders requiring diverse experiences, CHROs from leading UK retailers share their views on talent development, diversity and AI.
How AI can drive workplace inclusivity Leaders are spending a lot of time on AI opportunities but they also need to focus on the risks, including workplace inclusivity.