You emphasize peak performance and balance in leadership. How do you help CEOs maintain high productivity while avoiding burnout? High achievers often define success by how much they personally accomplish. In leadership, that mindset has to shift. What made them successful as managers—working harder, staying later, solving every problem—can become a liability at the executive level. True high performance as a CEO comes from creating clarity, empowering others, and making decisions that drive impact. I help leaders recognize that their greatest value isn’t in doing more but in leading in a way that sustains both their energy and their organization’s success. C-Suite succession planning is one of your specialties. What key traits do you look for in high-potential candidates ready to step into executive leadership? High performers reach this level because they know how to get results, but stepping into executive leadership requires a shift. The strongest candidates already have the intelligence, drive, and expertise, but what sets them apart is their willingness to rethink how they lead. They listen more than they speak, adapt instead of control, and recognize that what got them here will not take them further. The question is not just whether they have the skills but whether they are willing to develop new ones. The best leaders step into the role with humility, self-awareness, and the ability to challenge their own assumptions. Great leadership isn’t about knowing everything; it’s about being willing to grow. How has executive coaching evolved in recent years, and what do you see as the future of leadership development at the highest levels? Executive coaching has shifted from fixing weaknesses to unlocking potential. It is no longer about correcting behaviors but about expanding a leader’s capacity to navigate complexity. The best CEOs are not just decision-makers. They are culture builders, vision shapers, and emotional anchors for their teams. The future of leadership development will focus less on traditional management skills and more on self-mastery, adaptability, and the ability to lead with clarity in an unpredictable world. Those who embrace coaching as a tool for continuous growth will be the ones who shape the future. What does winning the Best Executive Coach for CEO award mean to you, and how does it reflect your impact on the industry? This is an incredible honor, and I am grateful for the recognition. Early in my career as a young CEO, an executive coach helped shift my trajectory. That experience shaped everything I do today. To now see more leaders embracing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and conscious leadership is deeply encouraging. The fact that coaching is becoming an essential part of leadership at the highest levels speaks to a global shift in how we define success. I am honored to do this work and to support leaders who are building a stronger, more intentional future. CEO Today Global Awards 2025 - USA - - 72 -
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