Leaders Under Fire!

This week, I received a text message from a long-time mentor, leader, and close friend. In many ways, it epitomizes the mindset of today's leaders.?I quote.

"I pull away when times get desperate. I did that."

Like falling dominoes, today's leaders are under fire and are pulling away in record numbers, which may be approaching cataclysmic levels. But remember, where there is struggle, there is also equal opportunity. Some current research on the topic follows.

• According to a report conducted by?Challenger, Gray, and Christmas , 1,914 CEOs left their roles in 2023, marking a 55% increase from the previous year.

• Again, according to another recent report, the number of CEO changes at U.S. companies has surged by 97%, marking a substantial increase reported for the same month last year (June 2024). Click here!

• Recent surveys suggest that an overwhelming 75% of C-suite leaders, including CEOs, CFOs, and CTOs, are considering stepping down. This wave of potential resignations poses significant challenges for businesses and raises questions about the root causes of this phenomenon. Click Here!

In the last article, Teri Harkins gives insights into the motivations; and the "Whys" in the article.

Many of us, at times, self-included, feel like throwing in the towel, especially when leading a team at the director level or leading an organization. These are trying economic times, for sure. What with layoffs, attrition and turnover, a lack of quality employee pool, increased expenses, and a lack of work-life balance, it's not difficult to fathom.

If that's you, if you feel like quitting or giving it up, Let me ask you a question.

If not you, then who?

Leadership can be challenging, even in the best of times. I understand that many leaders feel they are under fire. If that is you, I encourage you to do some research. Where there is difficulty, there is also opportunity.

A Solution:?

I talked to world-renowned executive coach Andy Hall about it. Here is what he had to say.

"I guarantee that all CEOs, if they sought a great Coach and then created a coaching approach in their organizations, that number would dramatically reduce"

Connect and learn more about Andy Hall here!

I believe that is absolutely spot on!

So, what's stopping you? Please let me know if you are moderately interested and open to conversation. I'll gladly connect you with my network. Remember, it's the "who," not the "how," in your life.

If not you.... then who? You are enough! You are capable but may need to be made aware of your untapped potential and resources.

Lead differently!