Empowering CEOs: Key Takeaways from Nordic Business Forum 2023
The Nordic Business Forum (NBF) – a beacon of innovation, leadership, and collaboration, recently concluded its two-day extravaganza. At NBF, we found a kindred spirit. Just like Chief, NBF is dedicated to nurturing sustainable leadership and guiding professionals towards unprecedented success.
Theme: Be:Change
This year, the theme, "Be:Change," resonated profoundly. In the ever-changing landscape of business, leaders who comprehend the psychological and emotional nuances of change can usher individuals and organizations through transformative journeys. We're excited to share some invaluable insights tailored for CEOs like you:
1. Power of Teams
Building an effective leadership team is an art. Curate a team comprising diverse strengths, enabling them to oversee the business strategically while fostering internal collaboration. The significance of 'grit' (sisu in Finnish) was underscored by visionaries like Nicolai Tangen and Maryna Saprykina. Tim Ferris stressed the 20/80 principle: identify the 20% focus areas in your business that yield 80% impact. Lencioni brought up that CEO should be also creating and communicating clarity all the way.
2. The Leader Within
Rebecca Henderson illuminated the path to joy amid global challenges like climate change. CEOs, too, must find their joy, ensuring their mental, physical, and social well-being. This was also the message from Nicolai, as he pointed out that to keep your thinking sharp, take care of your mind together with a professional. Tim Ferris emphasized the importance of mobility exercises, advocating an active, healthy lifestyle for leaders. He also encouraged to do meta-learning by asking better questions.
3. The Essence of Psychological Safety
In the dynamic world of business, fostering psychological safety is paramount. Creating an environment where every idea is valued, and every voice is heard can spark unparalleled creativity and innovation. CEOs, champion this cause; it's the bedrock of a thriving workplace culture.
4. Navigating the AI Frontier
The future with AI is both thrilling and unpredictable. Acknowledged by speakers, AI is neither a fad nor a hype; it's an undeniable force shaping our businesses and lives. Our takeaway? Embrace AI with open arms. Investigate its possibilities earnestly, pilot it bravely – it promises to revolutionize your work, making it exponentially more efficient. A company can choose to be either a bystander or a pathfinder. (Fun fact: AI was even utilized in crafting this blog post!)
In the grand tapestry of business, we, at Chief, stand united with CEOs like you, striving for a future where leadership is not just about profits but about profound impact and enduring success. Here's to the pioneers, the change-makers – the CEOs shaping tomorrow today. Embrace change, empower your teams, and together, let’s redefine what's possible.
Stay inspired,
Eija & Hannu-Matias
