What makes a great CEO?
Anecdotally we can probably all compile a list of traits or behaviours of leaders based on our experiences working alongside an ‘exceptional’ CEO. But does the stereotype of the strong visionary leader correlate with what the research tells us around high performing CEOs? Read more
CEO: Internal vs external hire
Air New Zealand’s appointment of its chief financial officer as an interim replacement for outgoing chief executive Christopher Luxon raises an interesting debate about the benefits of internal versus external hires for senior roles. Read more
Recruit wisely
In today’s dynamic environment of exponential change and disruption, it is absolutely critical to have the right talent in your business to deliver on your strategic intent. Recent employment law reforms, including for example changes to the 90-day trial period, place a greater imperative on making the right hiring decisions. Read more
Cognitive diversity: the new competitive advantage
Diversity is a truly multidimensional conversation. When it comes to forming teams tasked with tackling new, uncertain or complex challenges, encouraging diversity in its traditional form is not necessarily the precursor to success. Read more
From being taught best practice, to executing best practice...
*From being taught best practice, to executing best practice…. The job selection process …. it’s not just about the job.* Read more
Mastering emotion during difficult conversations
Most of us feel some sort of stress or anxiety knowing we have to face a difficult conversation in the workplace. Unfortunately, when controlling emotion matters the most, we tend perform at our worst during crucial conversations. Read more
Julian Ellis joins Development Christchurch as their new Commercial Manager
Decipher Group recently appointed Julian Ellis as the new Commercial Manager for urban development agency, Development Christchurch. Read more
Mark Green joins Ngāi Tahu Seafood as the new Christchurch Plant Manager
Decipher Group recently placed Mark Green as the new Christchurch Plant Manager at Ngāi Tahu Seafood, supplier of the highest quality seafood across New Zealand and worldwide. Read more
Pavillion Foods welcomes Andy Summers as their new Operations Manager
Andy Summers was recently appointed by Decipher Group as the new Operations Manager for Gluten Free Holdings Limited (Gluten Free Choice) under the Pavillion Foods brand. Read more
