NEW INSIGHTS FROM CHIEF
What’s top of mind for today’s executives?
We asked women leaders in the Chief community about the biggest challenges and opportunities they’re navigating this year.
61% of Chief Members surveyed say adaptability to change is most critical for success as an executive this year.
Resilience is key
“Executives need to focus on being the resilient leader who can embrace change authentically, without fostering drama, and with the fortitude to challenge when challenge is needed.”
— Melissa B., Senior Vice President
72% of executive women surveyed say economic uncertainty is their company’s most significant challenge this year.
Drive results with accountability
“Go back to the basics — what made your company stronger and more resilient than competitors? Lean into what you do best, be responsible, and hold your teams to a high standard for performance.”
— Stephanie A., Executive Vice President
8 in 10 Chief Members say leaders should actively integrate social and environmental considerations into their business decisions.
Stay nimble amid change
“Executives need to embrace a different type of leadership. That means aligning strategy with culture so teams move together, making well-being a business priority to sustain performance, trusting both data and intuition to make better decisions, adapting to technology advances, and standing up for what is right.”
— Eboni A., Chief Executive Officer
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