Month: August 2025

Navigating Leadership in a Disrupted Economy

The global business landscape is undergoing unprecedented disruption. From geopolitical volatility and inflationary pressures to technological acceleration and shifting consumer behaviors, leaders today face challenges that traditional playbooks cannot address. In India, EMEA, and globally, organizations are increasingly realizing that success depends not just on strategy but on leadership adaptability, resilience, and foresight (McKinsey, 2025). …

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Decoding CEO Tenures, What’s Changing and Why It Matters

The role of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has never been more complex. Globalization, technological disruption, investor activism, and heightened market volatility are reshaping the expectations and lifespans of CEOs across industries. Boards today are evaluating not just who leads, but for how long, and why tenure patterns matter for strategic execution, organizational culture, and …

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Traits of High-Performing CFOs

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has expanded far beyond traditional finance and accounting functions. CFOs are now strategic leaders, operational architects, and trusted advisors to CEOs and boards alike. Their influence extends across capital strategy, technology adoption, risk management, and talent leadership. Boards and investors increasingly …

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The Hidden Cost of Hiring the Wrong C-Suite Executive

Hiring the wrong intern might cost you a few thousand rupees. Hiring the wrong C-suite executive can cost you millions—and in some cases, the company itself. While executive hiring often centers on credentials, charisma, and track record, it’s the invisible fit that makes or breaks leadership success. When that fit is off—even slightly—the repercussions can …

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Why Culture Fit Still Trumps Resume Credentials in Executive Hiring

When you’re hiring for the C-suite, you’re not just filling a role—you’re embedding a leadership mindset that will influence your organization’s direction, culture, and resilience. And while many leaders still obsess over past titles and Ivy League credentials, there’s one factor quietly defining long-term success: culture fit. Let’s be clear—skills, experience, and education matter. But …

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How Boards Can Future-Proof Leadership Pipelines

In today’s fast-changing world, building a robust leadership pipeline isn’t just an HR issue – it’s a board-level imperative. Boards are facing a perfect storm of challenges: digital disruption, shifting talent markets, and growing succession risks. Yet research finds that only about 36% of boards feel their talent discussions are adequate (Deloitte, 2023). This gap …

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