CEO Research Results 2021

This Research, conducted at our CEO Retreat, provides a fascinating insight into the challenges leaders continue to face as a result of the pandemic and the opportunities that lie ahead over the next 12 months.

Key findings from Criticaleye's CEO Research:

72% of CEOs feel isolated in their role, up from 58% in 2020
60% of CEOs say revenues will increase over the next 12 months, compared to 6% a year ago
64% of CEOs want to improve debate on strategy
Improved organisational agility is the biggest change CEOs are currently seeing
67% say their Chair adds value, down from 75% in 2020
92% of CEOs say mentoring improves performance of senior execs

Click here for the Criticaleye podcast. In episode six of our Leadership with New Horizons series, Criticaleye CEO Matthew Blagg and Director of Content Marc Barber cover key themes for leaders and senior executives in 2021.

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