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What are the best tactics for managing a tough conversation? Find out what Ariel experts say in this article. The article includes ways to frame your emotions and feedback. https://lnkd.in/eieRzCj9

Take the time to listen, learn, and act in your first 100 days in the C-Suite. Jim Sappington (an Executive Partner at Ariel and former EVP of Global Operations) highlights the importance of assembling a high-impact leadership team and fostering a culture of success. Here’s how: ▪️ Approach your role with a fresh perspective. This is your moment to ask tough questions, listen to both supporters and detractors, and identify key issues. ▪️ Assess the Need for Change. Determine the type of change needed and assemble a team equipped with the necessary skills to drive it. ▪️ Embrace diversity in thought, experience, and background. Innovation thrives when different perspectives are part of the decision-making process. Communication is key. Transparent decisions and clear rationale build trust and lay the groundwork for long-term success. Read more of Jim Sappington’s expert advice in: C-Suite Chronicles: First 100 Days Guide https://lnkd.in/dXGHxnKy  #ExecutiveLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #ExecutiveMentor #LeadershipDevelopment 

What should you prioritize in your first 100 days as a newly appointed CEO? These early days set the stage for your tenure and offer a unique opportunity to align yourself and your team with your organization’s strategic vision. Wayne Sales, former President, CEO, and Executive Partner at Ariel, identifies four key pillars that every CEO must focus on: 1️⃣ Strategy. 2️⃣ People. 3️⃣ Alignment. 4️⃣ Stakeholder Relationships. By focusing on these four pillars and establishing a robust learning plan, you can set a solid foundation for long-term success. Dig deeper into Wayne Sales’ leadership advice in this article: The C-Suite Chronicles: The Four Pillars. https://lnkd.in/eqHaatQi Embrace the challenge, lead with intention, and build the future. #CEOLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipMentor

Read our October newsletter to discover how your workplace brand can improve your opportunities at work. Are you getting noticed in your organization? Using your "unique voice" and blend of professional traits can help. See how here ⬇ #personalbrand #workplacebrand

What do you wish you knew when you first joined the C-Suite?  Executive Partners are leadership mentors and coaches who have professional experience at the highest levels of business. Check out some advice Ariel’s Executive Partners have for new C-Suite executives in this carousel. Executives - let us know in the comments what you wish you knew before taking your first C-Suite position Learn more about Ariel’s Executive Partner program here. https://lnkd.in/e2-q-rXn     #ExecutiveCoach #ExecutiveMentor #LeadershipMentor #LeadershipTips 

🌟 Coach Spotlight: Melanie Polk 🌟 We’re privileged to partner with expert coaches like Melanie Polk - MBA, PCC, whose diverse experience and passion for leadership development drive real change. Melanie Polk brings to her coaching practice over 25 years of senior-level management and leadership experience. She’s worked with powerhouse brands like Disney, Apple, and Dr. Pepper/Seven-Up, using her leadership experience to help executives make transformative shifts. Learn about Melanie’s coaching philosophy and see how she’s shaping the future of leadership through her work with organizations and her alma mater, Rice University. https://lnkd.in/dh_iKXrK #CoachSpotlight #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment 

Fresh off the press! 📣 Introducing our '100 Days in the C-Suite' guide—a must-read for new executives stepping into leadership. Packed with insights from our seasoned Executive Partners, this guide covers how to build a support network, align strategically, and lead with confidence in those critical first 100 days. Ready to set the tone for your success? Download the eBook now and discover how top leaders have navigated their own C-suite transitions: https://lnkd.in/ddenb2hJ #ExecutiveLeadership #Mentoring #CSuiteMentor

5 things you should do to upgrade and reenergize your brand according to Javarus Harris: 1. Have a look at your current brand's standing. Who is your audience? Does your messaging align with that audience? 2. Define your values & adapt your approach to fit with your current audience 3. Provide social proof. People buy from people, give them the proof they need to trust your product. 4. Determine how to market your brand aesthetically. Banks use deep greens, blues, and reds for a reason–they promote trust. Customize your aesthetic to your audience. 5. Optimize. Stay in tune with what competitors are doing, what your customers are saying, and optimize accordingly. See more of what Jay has to say on branding below. https://lnkd.in/eFQivA3n

Do you have 30 minutes? Why not use them to listen to the #InspirePodcast and Bart Egnal's most recent guest: Ariel's CEO, Scott Simmons. Scott and Bart, two CEOs of leadership development and communication organizations, share their thoughts on how leadership communication is evolving and how leaders can continue to inspire their teams. #LeadershipCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment

Even the best leaders need a sounding board. Do you have one?  Executive Partners are leadership mentors who have sat in your seat. They know the challenges you face and they’re here to offer guidance and a listening ear. See Ariel’s accomplished team of Executive Partners. https://lnkd.in/eRc6bNuu #ExecutiveCoach #ExecutiveMentor #LeadershipMentor #LeadershipDevelopment