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Built on Trust: How Leaders Drive Performance

In this episode, Courtney Hamilton and John Nasr unpack how trust shapes performance on high-functioning teams and why it’s a critical part of effective leadership. They explore the core components of trust—credibility, reliability, and connection—and explain how consistent leadership behavior strengthens alignment and drives results. Along the way, they share practical tools like the “ask […]
Read moreFraming the Future: The Architecture of AI Readiness
Generative AI has moved from pilot programs to a defining feature of enterprise transformation. As Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index highlights, the early phase of experimentation that signaled ambition is giving way to a more demanding challenge: building organizations that can consistently and effectively integrate AI at scale.
Read moreMaking Room to Lead

In this episode, John Nasr and Liz Kelly explore how strong leaders build capacity by establishing systems to drive consistency, delegating effectively to stay focused, and structuring teams for scalability. They unpack the role of a solid management operating system and the impact of well-run meetings while also sharing practical ways to balance high-potential talent […]
Read moreAssessing for Impact: Why So Many “Great Hires” Don’t Work Out

For many CEOs and boards, recruiting senior talent is one of the most critical drivers of long-term success. Yet it’s often one of the least structured processes inside the organization. Search firms are engaged, interviews are conducted, and candidates are discussed. But somehow, six months later, the business is still left wondering what went wrong. […]
Read moreCoaching Doesn’t Stop at the C-Suite

In this episode, Stephen Miles, CEO of TMG, is joined by Robert Williams, Senior Consultant, to explore how continuous development sharpens leadership at the highest levels. They discuss the role of executive coaching in helping CEOs adapt to new challenges, refine their approach, and stay ahead of the curve. From embracing feedback to cultivating a […]
Read moreFinancial Times: Scenario Planning Is Getting a Stress Test
Council Advisors CEO David Niles is featured in a recent Financial Times piece on how scenario planning is evolving under sustained uncertainty. From shifting geopolitical dynamics to rapid technological change, business leaders are rethinking how they prepare for the future. As David notes, scenario planning isn’t about getting the forecast right; it’s about having a strategy ready so companies can respond with speed and clarity when the unexpected happens.
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