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The Qualities That Distinguish Effective Senior Leaders

What separates capable managers from truly effective leaders at the most senior level? Drawing on fourteen years of practice and a body of academic research, we examine the distinguishing characteristics — and what can realistically be developed.

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Strategy

Building Strategy in Conditions of Persistent Uncertainty

Traditional planning cycles are under pressure. We look at how organisations can develop adaptive strategy without losing coherence or direction.

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Mentoring

When to Seek a Mentor and What to Expect from the Process

Mentoring is frequently discussed but rarely explained honestly. This article sets out what a well-structured mentoring engagement actually involves.

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Organisations

Organisational Design and the Trap of Structural Solutions

Restructuring is often presented as a solution to cultural and performance problems. We examine when it helps, when it doesn't, and what to consider instead.

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Leadership

The Board–Executive Relationship: Managing the Boundary Effectively

The relationship between boards and executive teams is one of the most consistently challenging in organisational life. We examine how to navigate it.

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Strategy

Purpose Statements and Strategic Clarity: What Is the Relationship?

Much has been written about organisational purpose. Less has been written about how purpose statements actually connect — or fail to connect — with strategic decisions.

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Mentoring

Remote Mentoring: What the Evidence Now Tells Us

After several years of widespread virtual mentoring practice, there is now sufficient evidence to draw some reasoned conclusions about what works and what does not.

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