For us working in recruitment the CV remains an important piece of the puzzle to help match the right candidate to the right job. And for our clients, it's an opportunity to get a first introduction of potential candidates. So, for those who are actively looking for new challenges, or for those who want to be prepared when the recruiter comes calling - here are some tips!
Read MoreIn the wake of the Corona pandemic leaders are keen to see concrete examples of what works and what doesn’t to lessen the impact of this crisis. Alumni Consultant and Manager Malin Samuelsson recently caught up with Christian Carlsson, SVP HR at Gunnebo to find out more about how they are tackling this multifaceted crisis.
Read MoreAlumni psychologist and leadership expert Johan Östlin shares practical advice on what company leaders can do to rally their teams and harness the positive attitudes that come out in people during a time of disruption.
Read MoreAs we approach International Women’s Day, I wanted to take a few moments to reflect on how far we have come in terms of diversity and inclusion – and how much further there still is to go.
Read MoreWith little research being made into the makeup of effective board room work, an ability to rely on first hand experiences and observations, as well as comparative data sources becomes vital in building a successful board.
Read MoreWe often talk about strategies having to be pivoted during times of disruption. But chaotic times can also create cracks in the fundament of a hard working team.
Read MoreA recent MIT Sloan report shows digital competence within the board helps longterm success. The respondents consider innovation and strategy to be closely tied with digital savviness, both areas needed to survive. As we work with nominating committees to assess what they need and how to find it, we hear requests of digital experts but they often come up short when asked to define this need for their particular situation.
Read MoreHow does a specific viewpoint come to play in our perspective on the needs of the company? To understand this we reached out to our Nordic network and got 584 respondents to share their perspective on leadership.
Read MoreDigitalisation affects every organisation, like it or not. Adaptation and transformation is essential. But how? By bringing in a ”digital” person with experience from one of the big tech companies? Probably not. To find the right person, you will need to look outside their CV.
Read MoreAlumni is growing! Right now, we are looking for two new Research Consultants to join our offices in Malmö and Stockholm. Research within Executive and Board search can be considered a fine art and sometimes a challenging task. We sat down with Nordic Research Manager Louise Brondin Månsson, to hear her describe the role and what it takes to become a Research Consultant at Alumni.
Read MoreLast week the top corporate decision makers of the Öresund region gathered for the annual Alumni Spring Summit to enjoy a networking lunch and panel discussion moderated by the Founding Partner and CEO of Alumni, Magnus Tegborg.
Read MoreBeing a leader means dealing with people, interested parties and rapidly changing situations, often with conflicting agendas. It takes maturity to stay calm and acting constructively. More specifically, it takes social maturity.
Read MoreCan the board of directors alone solve the issue of corporate sustainability? No, says Lena Bjurner, Head of HR and Sustainability director at Scandic Hotels Group. On the contrary, the best ideas are often found when you involve the entire organisation and focus on solving real-world problems.
Read MoreToday we hear and see how the media around the world celebrates International Women's Day. It is a day where female achievements and empowerment is brought forward a little extra. And what better way to empower women than to shine a light on a few of our own female leaders at Alumni!
Read MoreIn February, Alumni organised an event titled ’The role and responsibility of the board regarding sustainability’. One thing that the panel and all guests agreed upon was that sustainability needs to be addressed, and it’s urgent. The question is – how?
Read MoreWhat makes some teams function better than others? How can you as a leader promote efficiency and creativity in your teams? One of the most important factors – some say the most important – is psychological safety.
Read MoreThe idea of digital transformation makes people tremble. It may feel elusive and even frightening. But it doesn’t have to be. By recruiting people with a digital DNA to your board, you can fill two needs with one deed: enhanced performance throughout your organisation and increased diversity.
Read MoreThe days of stable and predictable markets are long gone. One of many consequences is a change in leadership requirements. It’s no longer possible for a solitary, strong leader to have all the data to make informed decisions by themselves. Instead we depend on the diversity of expertise and perspectives that naturally comes from a dynamic group.
Read MoreIt’s the beginning of the year. Your business plan, goals and budget are all worked out. However, the bad news is: If your team isn’t truly up to the task, it doesn’t matter how well thought-out your business plan is. The good news is: We can help you optimise your management team.
Read MoreWith the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals just a little more than a decade away, the time for addressing environmental issues and acting on them is now. It is astounding to learn that a majority of today’s organisations do not discuss environmental impact in the boardroom.
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