The short-term impact of the COVID-19 crisis is enormous, and governments are being urged to learn from the crisis and adapt policies across the world. Remote working has skyrocketed, entire sectors have hit the brakes, and some of the world’s busiest cities are devoid of congestion.
Many organisations have struggled and floundered during the initial peak of the virus. Yet business leaders continue to face unprecedented challenges. Even those who have weathered the storm so far have now discovered the critical importance of taking decisive, proactive measures to inspire confidence in customers, staff, and shareholders alike.
Many businesses have put recruitment on hold during the current pandemic in light of the uncertainty that the COVID-19 outbreak has cast over the economic future. Yet, when the lockdown eases and business ‘as near normal as possible’ resumes, many will once again need to turn their thoughts to the hiring process.
From reducing your energy overhead to increasing brand value — not to mention preserving the planet — there are many reasons to consider a green building for your company operations.
Through the mass introduction of remote working and the newfound prevalence of the daily news cycle, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought permanent changes that must be adapted to.
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place 18-24 May and it could not come at a more relevant and important time. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are widespread – and business leaders and their staff are all feeling the pressure.
While the threat posed by coronavirus is set to dominate 2020, the world’s most influential CEOs and business leaders have risen to the challenge of enduring the crisis, and some have even managed to thrive in it.
The use of false reviews, either to create the illusion of a quality product or to artificially discredit a competitor, is a growing problem in the eCommerce industry. How can you spot false reviews and deal with them?
Across the globe, businesses and consumers alike are becoming more conscious about their impact on their environment. And a small silver lining resulting from the COVID-19 climate is that it has given business leaders time to pause, consider their environmental footprint and re-evaluate their approach to sustainability where necessary.
While CEOs may achieve great success as individuals, none of them manage it entirely on their own. A strong workplace culture that facilitates a free exchange of idea is key for any organisation to thrive.
Brand purpose is bigger than just tokenistic messaging to drive profits. It’s about genuine commitment to a broader social context, and brands who've been slow in cottoning onto this shift are increasingly losing market share and impeding their business growth.
Research has shown that the skills gap is becoming an increasing worry for CEOs. It's time for business leaders to modernise the way they encourage employee learning.
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