Can You Lead a Private Equity Portfolio Company?
A Unique Operating Environment Most private equity firms have high levels of debt. They require constant attention to cash flow,...
Assessing Talent for Small “t” Transformation and Change Readiness
Human Capital Leader, Melissa Mounce, Baird Capital This is part 1 of our interview with Melissa Mounce. RHR International works...
Developing Leaders Within Private Equity Portfolio Companies
Drinking from the money fountain Over the last five years, the private equity industry has experienced tremendous growth; a sustained...
What Do Management Teams Want from Their Boards?
Boards and management teams have distinct roles in their partnerships to maximize the success of the enterprises that they lead....
What Anonymous Advice Would You Give to Your CEO?
What do those who work the closest with CEOs, those on their senior teams, really want their leader to change?...
New Year, New Me; New Year, Improved Company
As we ring in the new year, we may feel as though we’re given a free pass to absolve ourselves...
‘Tis That Time of Year: C-Suite Transitions
This holiday season includes an unusual number of C-suite leadership transitions. Some have been triggered by company performance or executive...
Quick Start Instructions for the First-Time CEO
Assuming the top leadership role in an organization is a life-changing experience filled with emotions ranging from exhilaration to a...
Good Luck with Those Development Plans
While I have your attention, let’s (not) talk about what makes a good development plan. After years of working with...
Humility and Leadership
Years ago, I shared an early draft of a competency model with a Japanese colleague. He responded, “Where is humility...