Why Strategic Plans Break Down During Execution and How CEOs Can Prevent It

Vision is rarely the problem. Execution is. Strategic plans break down when they lack disciplined financial oversight, measurable accountability, and a consistent operating rhythm. This article from Preferred CFO, a CEO Coaching International Diamond Strategic Partner, explores the operational and financial friction that disrupts execution and outlines how CEOs can turn strategic intent into structured, predictable performance.

Michael J. Slater on How to “Dream Backwards” and Realize Your Vision of BIG

Michael Slater on How to "Dream Backwards" and Realize Your Vision of BIG

CEO Coaching Int’l Guest: Michael J. Slater, a coach at CEO Coaching International.  Michael is a longtime YPO member who co-founded and served as the CEO of Nik Software, an international software startup in digital photography that he co-founded and led to a $200M+ valuation before ultimately selling to Google. Quick Background:  Every great company […]

Debunking the 5 Biggest Myths About Having a CEO Coach

It’s a myth that coaching is only for CEOs whose companies are on teetering on the brink. In this blog post, we dispell a few common CEO coaching myths that could be standing between you and a proven path to BIG.

CEO Mistakes: The 7 Biggest Leadership Mistakes CEOs Should Avoid

Even the most successful CEOs stumble from time to time. That’s why it’s so important to be mindful of common CEO mistakes that can be avoided with a little vision, planning, empathy, and self-awareness. If you can stay clear of these seven CEO mistakes before they trip you up, your growth trajectory and your path to BIG will be that much smoother.