The CEO and board chair relationship is the most important relationship in the company. I have seen chairs and CEOs who disagree, who have had to navigate their way to a common strategy, who have sought my advice in approaching a sensitive situation with the other, and in all cases, they have a foundation of trust.
Partner External Advice with Internal Wisdom
One need look no further than Amazon, YouTube or the shelves at a bookstore to recognize the massive consumer demand for self-help. This is not a new phenomenon. I’m OK, You’re OK, How to Listen So Kids … Read More
Preparing CEO Successors
In my last newsletter, I referenced my vivid memory of Ed Clark, former CEO, TD Bank Financial Group, saying to his executives, “If any of you want my job and I hope some of you … Read More
Eyes Wide Open
I vividly recall sitting at CEO Ed Clark’s table several years ago and him saying to us, “If any of you want my job, and I hope some of you do, you need to know … Read More