Executive leadership is the ability of those who manage employees within an organization to influence and guide individuals to get their best performance. The content featured in this category provides valuable insights for executive leaders on how they can manage their teams better and meet organizational goals.
I recently read a Business Insider article that explained that being diverse and inclusive is no longer a nice addition to a business, but instead is absolutely necessary for employees and consumers. The article highlighted specific diversity and inclusion trends that are top of mind for company leaders right now, with insights from executives at...
The principles of interactive leadership and why she believes in it were key parts of a discussion Helena Foulkes, CEO of Hudson’s Bay Co. (HBC), had with Matthew Shay, president and CEO of the National Retail Federation (NRF), during a session at the 2020 National Retail Federation Big Show in New York City this week....
As both a recovering corporate executive and a successful entrepreneur studying leadership in all its forms, I’ve seen my fair share of great leaders — and sadly some pretty horrible ones. When you think about it, we’ve all spent most of our careers noting, whether consciously or unconsciously, those leaders that are hitting it out...
Delegating is the key to a successful business and what sets bosses apart from true leaders. The hardest part? Knowing when to let go. Are you delegating tasks, then finding yourself nervous, hovering over your team making sure they do it right? Well, if they don’t do it right, it might be as much your...
Today is National Boss’s Day! Since many of you lead teams, we wanted to congratulate you on all the hard work you put in throughout the year to create a productive work environment for your employees. We’re sure they appreciate you, too! Boss’s Day can also be a time to reflect and see what you’re...
Scientists are rediscovering the virtues of the right hemisphere of our brains, the seat of emotion, intuition and empirical intelligence. As our world becomes more and more connected, it’s no surprise that a new movement born on the West Coast is proclaiming the supremacy of the right side of the brain. The media is buzzing...
Recently, a fellow female executive and I were having lunch. She said to me, “You’ve transitioned into executive roles at a new company. How do you ensure your success by developing trust with your new team and motivating them through the transition?” My first thought was the well-known quote by Theodore Roosevelt: “Nobody cares how...
I’ll admit it: I’m a U.S. Open super fan. Ever since my friend Liz’s dad, who worked at the old Chase Manhattan Bank, gave us tickets to my first U.S. Open when I was 14 (and we got to go to the Chase hospitality tent!), I was hooked. I love watching athletes at the top of...
A lot can be learned from women in leadership positions about hiring the right type of employees, packaging yourself to become an executive, and having mentors throughout your career. These topics were discussed at the Women in Retail Leadership Circle On the Road | Los Angeles event during a panel focused on leadership. The panel discussion, moderated...
Meet Shannon Andrick, vice president of marketing and loyalty advancement at Alliance Data, one of our amazing sponsors at the 2019 Women in Retail Leadership Summit. In this interview with Women in Retail Leadership Circle, Andrick shares details about her role at Alliance Data as well as her leadership style, recent industry research findings, the...
