CEOs often set out to make an executive hire because they’re in some kind of pain. They might be missing a key player on the team or a person doing the role right now is failing–and it’s affecting everything from performance metrics to relationships with board members. Recruiting the right leader can put an end […]
Recruiting
CEO Spotlight: How to Deal With Performance Numbers That Suck
As a CEO, you are responsible for driving the highest possible performance results. This task is of course much easier said than done. Teams miss their KPIs, MBOs and performance metrics for any number of reasons. And sometimes despite the strength of your leadership, you know your own expertise in making it better is limited. […]
How to Spot Transformational Leaders in 5 Steps
Every high-growth startup will share one defining moment: Your business takes off; you nail a round of VC funding; and suddenly your leadership needs blow wide open. There are so many moving parts — and not enough people at the top to keep them moving in the same direction. The question isn’t whether you will find leadership […]
The High Costs of the Wrong Hire
Startups often have no idea how much the wrong hire can cost them. Particularly where an executive leadership role is involved. According to the US Department of Labor, the average cost to replace a recent hire is about 1/3 of annual salary. But that’s the average. The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) suggests replacing […]