The C-Suite Exodus is Here – And CHROs Are on the Frontline
A shocking Gartner study just confirmed what many HR leaders have feared: executive turnover is reaching a crisis level.
?? 56% of CxOs (excluding CHROs) say they’re likely to leave their role within two years.
?? 27% are actively planning their exit in the next six months.
?? 67% say their workload is at an all-time high.
With skills gaps widening, leadership pipelines shrinking, and burnout levels surging, it’s only a matter of time before the next CXO fallout or resignation hits HR’s desk.
For CHROs, this is a defining moment. How can HR leaders rethink C-suite hiring and retention strategies to build a stronger, more resilient leadership team?
In tomorrow’s Daily Jam, The C-Suite Exodus: CHROs’ Role in Addressing Executive Turnover, we’re breaking down what’s changing in executive hiring, how to create a winning recruitment strategy, and how to keep top leaders engaged.
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Inside the Crisis
Leadership turnover is accelerating at an alarming rate, posing serious risks to business stability and long-term growth. Let’s look at the key challenges:
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?? CxOs are prioritizing impact over pay. Today’s executive candidates aren’t just looking for a title – they want a mission-driven organization that aligns with their values.
?? AI is transforming C-suite hiring. While automation helps surface candidates faster, over-reliance on AI risks eliminating high-potential leaders who don’t fit rigid algorithms.
?? Retention isn’t just about salary. A shrinking leadership pipeline means CHROs must double down on leadership development and internal mobility to keep executives engaged.
Apple’s Blueprint for Leadership Longevity
When Apple faced the challenge of leadership continuity after Steve Jobs, they didn’t just name a successor – they built Apple University, an internal leadership development program designed to embed Apple’s executive philosophy into every level of leadership.
?? The result? Apple’s brand valuation tripled post-Jobs, proving that investing in executive education creates long-term business resilience.
How CHROs Can Take Action
Understanding and solving the C-suite retention crisis is critical for long-term stability. It’s not just about hiring the right executives but keeping them engaged and invested for the long haul.
This week’s Daily Jam, The C-Suite Exodus: CHROs’ Role in Addressing Executive Turnover – landing in inboxes tomorrow – dives deep into the above key topics for forward-thinking CHROs. You will also uncover:
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3 周Yikes! With 56% of CxOs planning to leave within two years, CHROs are under immense pressure—not just to fill executive seats but to rethink how they develop future-ready leaders before vacancies arise. The traditional approach to leadership development isn’t keeping up, and the burden on CHROs is unsustainable.
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I help Executives (VP to C-Level) in M&A Advisory, Private Equity or Venture Capital to recruit top performing executive talent for their portfolio companies growing through new product launch, global expansion, or M&A
1 个月Great article! I think the post pandemic economic rebound and global political uncertainty plays a role in this turnover as pressures to perform regardless increase stress on C-Level leaders roles as well.
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1 个月Wow, leadership turnover is speeding up faster than a coffee-fueled executive on a Monday morning. Wow!
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1 个月Insightful. However, no matter the conscious efforts of CHROs to address this if this is not given a great deal of support/resources by the business owners and principal decision makers, will remain unfixed.wasted efforts for CHROs... addition to stress that may lead to quitting CHROs.??