How OCR Helps Close the Executive-level Trust Gap
One of the most overlooked challenges is the lack of trust among executives. While organizations often focus on improving communication across teams and departments, less attention is paid to peer-to-peer trust at the leadership level—an essential ingredient for effective decision-making and innovation. Research from the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer shows that only 37% of executives trust […]
Top 5 Productivity Pitfalls for Senior Executives
As a senior executive, you’re tasked with steering the ship, making strategic decisions, and ensuring your organization remains competitive in an ever-evolving landscape. However, even the most seasoned leaders can fall into productivity traps that hinder effectiveness and slow down progress. Here are five common productivity pitfalls that senior executives face and how to overcome […]
CCO+: The Evolution of Corporate Leadership
CCO-plus: The Evolution of Corporate Leadership By Craig E. Carroll, Ph.D., Observatory on Corporate Reputation August 1, 2024, Reading Time: 7 minutes. Since OCR began tracking the CCO-plus in 2019, the emergence of the “CCO-plus” has become a defining trend in corporate leadership. With Fortune and Forbes’ release of this year’s Fortune 1000 and Forbes […]
Pitfalls of Presumptive Transplants: Why Familiar Reporting Structures Fail
When executives transition to new companies, they often bring a wealth of experience, including strategies and organizational structures that have previously led to success. While leveraging this experience can provide a head start, it can also introduce inadvertent challenges. This article explores the potential consequences of applying one executive’s previous organizational structure and reporting experience […]
Understanding and Leveraging Business Acumen
First let me thank Matt Ragas, Ph.D. and Ron Culp for getting me thinking about this topic with the first of their now quartet of books on business acumen for strategic communicators. Business acumen is the keen insight into the business environment that enables individuals to make quick, informed decisions and drive successful business outcomes. […]
The Unique Challenges of Global Chief Communications Officers
In the complex web of international business, the role of a Global Chief Communications Officer (GCCO) is pivotal. Managing communications across multiple borders and cultures presents a unique set of challenges that are distinctly different from those faced by communications leaders who operate within a single country. Here’s an exploration of these unique pain points […]
Cultivating Business Acumen as a CCO: A Streamlined, Discreet Pathway
For Chief Communications Officers aiming to bolster their business acumen, a direct and strategic approach is key. Here’s how you can efficiently enhance your skills: Executive Education: Choose executive programs designed for senior leaders. These courses offer targeted insights and a peer network, ideal for CCOs looking to expand their business understanding. Online Learning: Utilize […]
10 Signs of a Faulty Communications Mindset
Even among the Fortune 500, communication pitfalls in senior leadership teams are common. As new CEOs step in and leadership teams evolve, no company is shielded from these oversights. Here are ten signs that reveal a faulty communications mindset within senior leadership teams, potentially hindering an organization’s growth and success: 1. Assuming Equal Ability: A […]
Implementing Quiet Value: A Practical Guide for Executives
Quiet Value, characterized by strategic subtlety and impactful results, offers a compelling approach for today’s executives. While its principles are sound, practical concerns about its integration within dynamic corporate environments exist. This article addresses these concerns, providing clear strategies for executives to effectively implement Quiet Value in their teams and organizations. Visibility and Recognition Challenge: […]
The Subtle Art of Making a Big Impact: Quiet Value in Leadership
In the bustling corridors of today’s corporate world, where the echo of achievements often matches the volume of one’s voice, a different kind of revolution is quietly taking shape. It’s not about who speaks the loudest but about who influences the deepest. Welcome to the era of quiet value, a concept that’s subtly redefining what […]
