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"When considering #talent, is your team more focused on “attracting and acquiring” or “growing and retaining?” ⚡ Partner, Edison Edge Casey Myers met with dozens of our portfolio companies over the past 18 months and learned that “it feels like the real #pain is on the #growth and #retention side.” So how do we optimize and maximize the potential we do have? Check out our latest #EdisonEdge roundtable with Casey Myers, Managing Partner Christopher Sugden, and Operating Partner Steve Schloss for hands on growth-stage success tools 👇

🎯 Wrapping Up 2024 – What a Year! 🎯 As we close out 2024, we’re reflecting on what’s been an extraordinary and humbling year — the kind we once only dared to dream of. 📈 Consumer: Media, Retail, Technology Platforms, Leisure & Hospitality – What a Ride! The markets we serve have shown extraordinary resilience and transformation in the face of severe headwinds. Retail is rewriting the rulebook with a physical-digital fusion. Technology platforms have only accelerated the race for talent who can scale innovation with precision. Meanwhile, leisure & hospitality? Back with a bang, embracing creativity and prioritizing customer experiences with bold leadership ready for the next growth surge. 💡 Insights from the Frontlines: Data is Queen: Every decision, from sector-shifting performance marketing leadership to strategic and commercial hires for global platforms, has been sharper, smarter, and unapologetically ROI-driven. Diversity Demands Action, Not Talk: The challenges around return-to-office mandates have only reinforced how critical it is to balance leadership excellence with true inclusivity. The right leaders don't just adapt; they reshape cultures. NEVER assume! Two standout placements this year came from exceptional people who refused to play it safe — one reaching for the stars driving data-led performance marketing into a brand and creative global leader, the other rolling up their sleeves, getting back and getting stuck in to drive growth impact at a high profile MM Billion business in significant transformation. Already, both are making waves. The others have stepped up into roles that "feel like home" ... I don't underestimate the extraordinary amount of talent who currently sit in businesses that don't give them that vital boost every day, we're happy to help you get there! It's not all about AI: Controversial. My clients & candidates have emphasized how important it is to be in-person & speaking to a human. 🌟 To Our Incredible Clients: Thank you for trusting us to deliver not just talent but transformation. From global fintech disruptors to market-leading B2B2C platforms, your ambitions continue to fuel our energy and creativity. 👏 To Our Appointed Candidates: Bravo! You’ve not just landed roles; you’ve stepped in and are already shaping culture, growth, and innovation. 🤝 To Our Contractors & Partners: Your expertise, agility, and passion have been nothing short of extraordinary. Special thanks to Leanne Masterton, Sabirah Khan, Matt McKenzie and Lara O'Shea – your impact has been felt far and wide. And for those about to join us… I can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together. 🌟 Soho House & Co – thank you for being my home base and sanctuary along the way! 🚀 Looking Ahead to 2025: The future is sparkling with possibility. We’re doubling down — raising the bar on executive search with meticulous insight and high-touch delivery. More growth. More exceptional partnerships. And yes—more audacity. www.oldworth.com

👀👀Empowering Leadership: Unleashing Your Team's Potential by Challenging the Status Quo 👀👀 Effective leadership is about more than just making decisions—it's about challenging the status quo to unlock your team's full potential. By encouraging empowerment, authenticity, open communication, you can create an environment where teams feel empowered to innovate and experiment. This fosters a culture of continuous improvement which leads to growth of your people, bottom line and productivity. How does your leadership style empower your team members to challenge the status quo? Participative leadership fosters increased engagement within your teams, driving innovation and securing employee buy-in for organizational changes. According to Gartner, when change ownership extends beyond management levels, its success rate surges by more than 24%. Companies that prioritize fostering an engaged workforce experience a 6x higher return on investment compared to competitors who neglect employee engagement. This underscores the importance of inclusive leadership approaches (which Participative Leadership is) in achieving organizational success and staying ahead in today's competitive landscape. #Leadership #Empowerment #Trust #Innovation #TeamPerformance If you found this insightful, repost to help others ♻️ ------------------------------------------ I’m a people and business engagement entrepreneur. I help you bring to light: - Your Strategic Differentiator - Gaps in your Operations, Technology and Leadership - Tangible solutions Follow me for more insights and inspiration Joseph Braithwaite www.evolvethinking.ca

Really interesting Forbes Business Council post. From my previous experience in multinational companies, I found it incredibly useful to rotate through different departments, gaining a holistic view of the company's operations. This comprehensive understanding is something I apply every day in the startup environment: mixing a structured way to work with the required lean approach.

** 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄'𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 ** As the Managing Director of ForgePhoenix, I'm thrilled to announce an initiative that is very close to my heart: the 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧 Team 🌱 This program is designed to nurture the future #leaders of ForgePhoenix, equipping #young #talents with the skills they need to excel both in and out of the arena. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: ForgePhoenix is evolving. Today's #consultants need more than just riding skills, they must also excel in #Management, #Marketing, #Finance, #Leadership and so much more. The 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧 Team bridges this gap, offering a comprehensive education that prepares young talent consultants for the multifaceted challenges of modern competitive markets. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: At ForgePhoenix, we believe in developing well-rounded individuals who can lead and #innovate within the #technology industry. The 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧 Team's 12-week full-immersion program includes #IT4IT training, Coaching, and Educational classes on topics like #Strategy, #IT Management, #Sales & #Marketing, and #Finance. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆: By investing in young talent, we're setting a new standard for ForgePhoenix. These young consultants will carry forward our legacy of #innovation and excellence, driving the technology forward. They will not only excel in competitions but also attract greater interest from #customers, elevating the consultancy profile globally. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹: This initiative opens up vast opportunities for the IT4IT technology market. With their comprehensive strategic IT4IT training, these consultants will bring fresh perspectives and #innovations to the industry, leading to new business opportunities and advancements. This is a pivotal moment for ForgePhoenix, and I can't wait to see the incredible achievements of these young talents! Stay tuned, buckle up and lets 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 together... #youngtalent #theskyisthelimit Pasqual Dukker Tim Willer Benjamin van de Water #innovation #motivation #customerfirst #customervalue #vision #mission #technology #futureleaders #impact Frank Korf WorldEmp | Worldclass remote talent Peter van Londen

How Large Firms Can Get Innovation Right

Wrapped up my last trip to Mexico of 2024 with a wonderful dinner with our leadership team! One year ago, I took on a role I wasn’t sure I could handle—but as they say, growth doesn’t happen in your comfort zone. This year has been a journey of learning, leadership, and self-discovery. Here are some of my key takeaways from this transformative year: 🌍 Building Trust Across Cultures Navigating cultural nuances has been both a challenge and a gift. Embracing the warmth, resilience, and creativity of Mexican culture has been crucial in fostering strong relationships. Listening to understand, mutual respect, and open communication have been essential in building trust across cultures. 💡 Adaptability and Learning in Leadership It became clear early on that the leadership playbook I used in previous roles needed a refresh for this new chapter. Whether adapting to new ways of working, navigating a different political and regulatory landscape, or diving into language learning, this year taught me the importance of being agile, empathetic, and open to new ideas. 🎉 Celebrating Wins, Big and Small Working in Mexico undoubtedly comes with its complexities, but it's all worth it. It’s easy to focus only on the road ahead, but each success—no matter how small—is a hard-fought victory. We’ve made incredible progress this year, and it’s important to pause, celebrate, and then keep pushing forward. 🤝 Team Strength = Collective Success The magic happens when everyone plays to their strengths, collaborates seamlessly, and works toward a common goal. I’ve been fortunate to lead some of the most talented individuals of my career, and I’m excited to continue building a strong team culture with them. I'm incredibly proud of what we've accomplished in 2024, and I’m even more excited for what 2025 will bring. Muchas gracias to my team, mentors, and partners for your unwavering support, commitment, and dedication. Here’s to even greater success ahead! 🎉 #NMDPMexico #NMDP #Mexico #EndOfYear #Gratitude

The way to move forward in a company is to take #initiative and lean into #innovation: - Write up the meeting notes. - Raise your hand for new projects. - Identify what needs to get done and find creative solutions. "Employees who quickly move up the corporate ladder often have a very specific quality: an innovator’s mindset. These people ultimately position themselves as valuable assets by questioning assumptions and pushing their organizations to stay competitive." https://lnkd.in/gmCymHty

How Large Firms Can Get Innovation Right

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