by IT Executives Council | Jan 14, 2025 | Leadership
CIOs wear many hats. They assess budgets, develop IT strategies, oversee staff, and manage data, to name a few. Many also mentor the teams they lead. Mentorship is another responsibility to add to a long list, but it is essential to succession planning. It ensures the...
by IT Executives Council | Jan 8, 2025 | HR/Talent, Leadership
IT managers looking to climb the corporate ladder may set their sights on a CIO position. To ensure success, they must develop and demonstrate specific skills. The focus should be strategic thinking, gaining cross-functional experience, and showing business impact....
by IT Executives Council | Dec 4, 2024 | Leadership, Professional Growth & Careers
A CIO position does not have to be static. As you move forward in your career, you may decide to explore different possibilities. For example, it’s not unusual for CIOs to move into CTO positions. This is a great way to shift from managing internal IT operations to...
by IT Executives Council | Nov 25, 2024 | CIO Best Practices, Leadership, Professional Growth & Careers
Not every CIO has a seat at the executive table. Many report to the CEO which means they don’t have as much swing in executive matters. They may miss out on leadership development, networking opportunities, confidential information, and other benefits that can boost...
by IT Executives Council | Nov 14, 2024 | CIO Best Practices, IT Best Practices, Leadership, Security
CIOs should always be on the lookout for the latest technology, but sometimes that poses a security risk. AI is often a culprit. It collects and stores huge amounts of data leaving it vulnerable. The technology can also use data to create personalized profiles putting...
by IT Executives Council | Nov 11, 2024 | IT Best Practices, Leadership
There’s one thing that’s certain in business- nothing is certain. Economic and marketing shifts, technological risk, and or even a simple change in decision can send your world into turmoil. It can be difficult to maintain your status as a leader when things get out...
