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As a Vistage Chair in the Des Moines metro, this video perfectly describes why I decided to partner with Vistage Worldwide! As Karen Norheim describes, being a CEO or top leader in any organization can be lonely, challenging and terrifying. Vistage has a proven track record of navigating those very real obstacles! Vistage is all about helping leaders find better solutions, drive better results, become better leaders and live better lives! Plain and simple: VISTAGE WORKS! If you'd like to grow your company and grow as a leader, let's talk soon! #Vistageworldwide #growthmindset #leadership

In their book Why Should Anyone Be Led By You, Goffee and Jones urge leaders, no matter how experienced, to find others that they can have honest discussions with. “We have urged [people] to find others with whom they can have honest discussions about the true nature of leadership.” The Vistage model provides a safe, confidential and caring peer group that is supported by a multitude of resources and proprietary methods to help process the challenges of its members. If this resonates, don't hesitate to contact me for more info on how one becomes a member of such a group. 📩 Nancy.Parenteau@vistagechair.com #leadership #executivecoaching #CEO #peergroups #businessgrowth

The Vistage model is such a powerful one for CEO’s and Leaders in business. If you’d like to explore more, drop me a line. “The buck stops here” doesn’t mean it must do so alone. My Vistage group can provide more collective value and challenge you more than you’d care to imagine.

This is a great (3 min) story!! No matter where you are in your leadership journey, it’s important to surround yourself with people you TRUST who also CHALLENGE you and in the process speed up your GROWTH. Strong teams consistently outperform strong individuals so find your TEAM…just like Karen Norheim.

What does one do when the founder of your business passes and you find yourself suddenly at the helm of the ship? Click below to see how CEO Karen Norheim persevered with the help of her Vistage group. Whether you are following in your fathers footsteps, or started up on your own, leading a company through uncharted waters can be a lonely place. Message me to learn more about trusted Vistage groups that will have your back through the good times and bad.

Here is a great story of family business transition. If you're a second-generation business leader (I can relate) going through or about to go through an evolution of leadership, spending three minutes watching this video may be helpful. #CEO #leadershipdevelopment

As a first-time CEO, Karen Norheim faced the daunting task of leading through a pandemic and the passing of her company's founder — her father. Discover how she found her unique leadership style and grew the company with Vistage. "Being a CEO is not easy, but Vistage helps me overcome my biggest challenges." Surround yourself with a trusted peer group and a supportive CEO mentor to navigate the toughest times. #Vistage #CEO #PeerGroup #PeerAdvisory #Leadership #AmericanCrane Discover more: https://bit.ly/49V9fZ6

A true testament to the Value of Vistage and the Powers of Peer Advisory! As a first-time CEO, Karen Norheim had to figure out how to lead through the crisis of the pandemic, and, a year later, the passing of the company’s beloved founder — her father. Learn how Norheim leveraged Vistage to gain confidence, find her unique leadership style and grow the company in new and innovative ways. "Being a CEO is not easy, but Vistage helps me overcome my biggest challenges.” Discover what happens when you surround yourself with a trusted group of peers in a confidential forum — and a CEO mentor who has your back. https://bit.ly/49V9fZ6 #Vistage #CEO #PeerGroup #PeerAdvisory #Leadership #AmericanCrane

Most members of Vistage groups are in family-owned businesses, which can be challenging. Karen Norheim, a first-time CEO, had to navigate through the pandemic crisis and the passing of her company's founder, who was also her father. Discover how Karen leveraged Vistage to gain confidence, find her unique leadership style, and grow the company in new and innovative ways. Surrounding yourself with a trusted group of peers in a confidential forum and having a CEO mentor who has your back can make a huge difference, especially during tough times. Being a CEO is not easy, but Vistage helps Karen overcome her biggest challenges. If you're a CEO looking to grow and improve your leadership skills, check out Vistage's peer advisory groups. #Vistage #CEO #PeerGroup #PeerAdvisory #Leadership #AmericanCrane https://bit.ly/49V9fZ6

As a first-time CEO, Karen Norheim had to figure out how to lead through the crisis of the pandemic, and, a year later, the passing of the company’s beloved founder — her father. Learn how Norheim leveraged Vistage to gain confidence, find her unique leadership style and grow the company in new and innovative ways. "Being a CEO is not easy, but Vistage helps me overcome my biggest challenges.” Discover what happens when you surround yourself with a trusted group of peers in a confidential forum — and a CEO mentor who has your back. #SFVistage #PeerGroup #Leadership