What’s Standing Between You and the Executive Suite?
Rakesh Rana??
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97% of corporate professionals don’t reach executive positions, not due to lack of effort or capability.
But because they lack these essential skills: ????
1. Strategic Thinking
Executives need to see the big picture and plan several steps ahead.
Many professionals focus on immediate tasks but miss the strategic vision required for leading an organization.
2. Leadership and Influence
Reaching an executive level involves more than managing tasks. It involves leading people and shaping outcomes.
Many individuals don’t cultivate the necessary leadership skills, such as emotional intelligence, decision-making, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
3. Risk-Taking and Decision-Making
Executives often have to make tough decisions and take calculated risks.
Many professionals prefer to stay in their comfort zones and avoid risks that could lead to higher rewards.
4. Visibility and Networking
If you want to climb to the executive position, you need to be noticed by the right people.
Professionals who are excellent at their jobs but don't actively network or seek visibility within the organization miss out on opportunities for advancement.
5. Personal Branding and Communication
Executives are expected to be the face of the company, both internally and externally.
Many professionals don't focus on building a strong personal brand or honing their communication skills, which are essential for executive roles.
6. Adaptability and Learning Agility
The business landscape is constantly changing, and executives must adapt quickly to new challenges.
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Those who are resistant to change or lack the agility to learn and grow in new directions may find it difficult to advance.
7. Political Savvy
Navigating organizational politics is a necessary skill at the executive level.
Professionals who are unaware of the internal dynamics or don’t know how to strategically leverage relationships struggle to move up.
8. Work-Life Balance
Ironically, the relentless pursuit of work can hold you back. Executives must balance work and personal life to avoid burnout and sustain long-term success.
Those who neglect their well-being crumble under the pressure of executive responsibilities.
P.S. Which of these skills do you need to develop? Share in the comments!
Are you a Leader aspiring to be an Executive ? then this article is for you. You must have had a great journey so far. Time to take charge and reach excellence to the Executive Level but as you may know, a corporate career is like a pyramid, and it keeps getting tougher as you go up.
How do you differentiate amongst the peer group?
You need someone who can help you with your blind spots and get you there quicker, so you avoid making mistakes.
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2 个月Well articulated Rakesh ji. Since i belong to Automotive industry was trying to relate to few organizations where i was associated in the past in GCC's space. Especially #1 Strategic thinking & #5 Adaptability and Learning Ability factors have few observations. Some members because of their performance were awarded coveted leadership positions and have put massive efforts to hone their skills on Strategic Management and reinforced their position and few members were overwhelmed with the new role couldn't adopt and upskill unfortunately.
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2 个月Great write up Rakesh Rana??
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2 个月Thank you Rakesh Rana??for sharing such insightful and practical guidance! Your wisdom on cultivating these essential executive skills truly resonates and provides a clear path for growth and leadership development.
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2 个月?? I am Enlighted by : ? The importance of essential skills for reaching executive positions. But I am confused about why only 3% of corporate professionals make it.
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2 个月so apt in my profile and so many other mid career professionals Rakesh Rana??Sir Goal is to continue to take consistent actions to increase your visibility and influence