Today’s post deals with matters familiar to most entrepreneurs and CEOs – our common struggles. We may come from all walks of life but we all have similar issues. Perhaps you’ll recognize yourself in one of the thoughts below. As […]
Brian Oken
Onboarding a New Manager: What the Boss Should Look For During the First 6 Months
It’s well known that the highest performing companies start with having the right team. So selecting the right people to staff the management team is among the most crucial tasks of any CEO. I recently wrote about why I feel it’s […]
Onboarding a New Executive or Manager: How the CEO or Business Owner Can Ensure Success
Hiring a new executive or manager is always a time of high hopes for growth and positive change. In order to ensure successful transitions, many businesses have created highly detailed onboarding checklists to make sure the person is set up […]
How Much Does Vistage Membership Cost?
As a Vistage Chair of two groups in the Los Angeles area, I frequently come across business owners and CEOs who have heard of Vistage and would like to know more about it. They are curious about the organization, the […]
Why You Should Care About Key Performance Indicators
Years ago, one of the businesses I ran had sales that fluctuated month to month for no apparent reason. This was a traditional brick and mortar company not involved in the financial industry in any way. We thought we knew […]
5 Essential Qualities to Look For in an Executive Coach
Although it’s becoming more mainstream for business people to engage executive coaches, it’s still a new concept for many. In addition, not knowing what to look for in an executive coach can make the decision daunting. There are life coaches, […]