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In an era of disruption, equating experience with expertise can be misleading. Professor Jeroen Stouten emphasises the importance of complexity orientation in leadership—valuing adaptability, emotional maturity, and intrinsic motivation over mere tenure. Organisations must rethink their criteria to identify leaders who can navigate dynamic environments and drive sustainable success.

Inspirations de VALPEO : Ce qui a stimulé notre esprit cette année Chez VALPEO, nous explorons toujours ce qui motive les gens—l’étincelle derrière les décisions,...

Les organisations tombent souvent dans le piège des compétences, recrutant pour des besoins immédiats sans tenir compte du potentiel futur des candidats. Cette approche statique risque de laisser l'entreprise mal équipée pour les évolutions à venir. Adopter une stratégie axée sur les capacités permet de recruter et développer des talents capables de grandir et s'adapter, assurant ainsi un succès durable.

Elevating leadership to drive transformative growth Harm van Tongeren joins GoodLife Foods as CCO GoodLife Foods proudly announces the appointment of Harm van...

Protéger une entreprise contre les cyberattaques est crucial. Un témoignage poignant d’un entrepreneur victime d’une cyberattaque révèle l'impact profond sur les individus et les entreprises. Cet article explore comment la résilience et une gestion de crise efficace peuvent transformer ces moments difficiles en opportunités de croissance durable.

Dans un monde commercial en constante évolution, les entreprises doivent adopter un changement de paradigme pour réussir durablement. Cet article explore comment une restructuration axée sur l'adaptabilité et la création de valeur à long terme peut transformer les organisations. Découvrez des études de cas et des étapes pratiques pour mettre en œuvre cette approche stratégique.

Ronald de Zoete joins VALPEO as the new Partner in the Netherlands, enhancing their executive interim management practice. With expertise in finance, restructuring, and leadership, Ronald aims to help Dutch companies navigate complex transitions and drive sustainable change.

Dans un monde d'affaires en constante évolution, les dirigeants doivent passer d'un état mental réactif à une pensée de "niveau supérieur" pour naviguer avec succès. Un mentor exécutif compétent peut guider cette transformation, aidant à adopter des stratégies proactives et innovantes. Découvrez comment activer votre potentiel cérébral pour surmonter les défis et rester en avance dans un environnement concurrentiel.

Alors que le monde continue d'adopter le travail à distance, les organisations sont confrontées à un défi unique : engager et développer efficacement une main-d'œuvre qui n'est pas physiquement...

Alors que la crise mondiale des talents s'intensifie, les entreprises doivent passer des méthodes de recrutement traditionnelles à un paradigme axé sur les capacités. Mettre l'accent sur le potentiel et l'adaptabilité plutôt que sur une expertise spécifique peut aider les organisations à attirer et retenir les talents. Cette approche implique d'identifier les compétences latentes, d'investir dans le développement des employés, de favoriser des environnements de travail flexibles et de promouvoir une culture d'innovation et de collaboration.

La sélection d'un CEO est un processus complexe influencé par les perspectives variées des membres du conseil d'administration. Chaque membre apporte ses propres expériences et visions, ce qui peut enrichir les discussions mais aussi compliquer la prise de décision. Une compréhension claire des besoins organisationnels et des systèmes de valeurs individuels est cruciale pour choisir un leader aligné avec la vision à long terme de l'organisation.

Dans un marché du travail compétitif, renforcer votre employer branding est essentiel pour attirer et fidéliser les talents. Découvrez comment une culture d'entreprise forte et des stratégies de communication cohérentes peuvent transformer votre entreprise en employeur de choix.

Les Jeux Olympiques de Paris 2024 se distinguent par leur engagement envers la durabilité, intégrant des pratiques écologiques à tous les niveaux. Utilisation d'infrastructures existantes, mobilité verte et énergie renouvelable sont au cœur de cette stratégie. Découvrez comment ces initiatives définissent un nouveau standard pour les événements sportifs mondiaux.

Recent statistics in Belgium reveal that 1 in 8 employees are considering leaving their current employers, signalling a need for organisations to reassess employee engagement. Embracing a value system that sees employees as value creators can lead to increased innovation, commitment, and organisational success.

Dans le contexte actuel, qui évolue à la vitesse de l'éclair, le leadership va au-delà de la recherche traditionnelle du profit. Il s'agit de naviguer en eaux troubles vers un avenir durable. La question brûlante que tout le monde se pose est la suivante : "Quelle forme de leadership peut ouvrir une voie pérenne vers le développement durable?"

Chez VALPEO, nous comprenons que trouver la ou le Chief Sustainability Officer adéquat-e ne consiste pas seulement à faire correspondre les compétences et l'expérience avec les descriptions de poste

In the digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the strategic landscape of businesses across industries. As AI technologies become increasingly integral to organisational operations, the role of the Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO) has never been more critical.

L'approche innovante de VALPEO se concentre sur une compréhension approfondie de la nature humaine et de son rapport aux dynamiques organisationnelles. Cela permet une évaluation sophistiquée des capacités des individus à gérer la complexité, à générer de la valeur de manière autonome et à s'aligner sur les besoins stratégiques des entreprises suisses.

Since the turn of the century, corporate governance has undergone significant transformations. After the Enron scandal, among others, new requirements were imposed in terms of reporting and internal control with increased responsibility for directors.

Découvrez comment mesurer et évoluer la culture d'entreprise pour rester compétitif dans un environnement professionnel en mutation. Grâce à des outils spécialisés et une méthodologie structurée, renforcez bien-être et performance.

VALPEO a le plaisir de vous présenter Laura Perret, qui apporte avec elle un dossier impressionnant de réalisations dans l'expertise technique, une expérience de coaching stratégique et un engagement...

Citi's recent announcement of a major restructuring, with the reduction of management layers from 13 to 8, has caught the attention of many. The magnitude of this change, especially...

The Complexity Orientation of private equity portfolio company (portco) managers and their capability to make decisions in the context of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA), is critically important...

In today';s rapidly evolving business landscape, leadership reaches beyond the traditional pursuit of profitability. It's about navigating through tumultuous waters toward a sustainable future. The pressing question on everyone's...

In our rapidly evolving world, thinking outside the box and adopting a broad perspective has become imperative. Vertical development focuses on cultivating such thinking abilities, enabling individuals and organizations...

De Tijd • Tijd Connect • Future of Work • 08 juni 2023 11:30 • What role do development paths, training and lifelong learning play within the talent policy...

When doctoral students complete their (usually) four-year research, they must start looking for their next job. There are numerous options: Do they pursue a career in academia, or do...

Many organizations do a succession planning review around this time of year. "Without understanding the context and how an organization relates to it, such an exercise is pointless," says...

Are you hoping to find some time for a good book at the beginning of the new year? Or are you still looking for a great gift? If so,...

Are you hoping to find some time for a good book this festive season? Or are you looking for a great gift idea? If so, you could probably use...

Are you hoping to find some time for a good book this festive season? Or are you looking for a great gift idea? If so, you could probably use...

Experience and accumulated expertise are globally recognised as important components for fulfilling a role in a professional manner. It’s the goal of universities, business schools and others to not...

Nowadays, Net Zero is a hot topic that keeps corporations busy. But why does it matter so much in terms of corporate governance? Which impact does the increased importance...

The battle between world leaders is being fought on a razor's edge. The polls point in two directions and every self-respecting individual looks with great bewilderment at the persistence...

The Riziv in Belgium has calculated that in 2019 the government will have paid out more than 1.5 billion euros in benefits for long-term incapacity for work due to...

The paradigm shift in executive search, its historical evolution and the trends of recent years: that's what we talk about with Khadija Badli, Partner at VALPEO. "It was already...

'Don't hire the people you like, hire the people who best fit the context,' is the motto of Patricia Oeyen, Partner at VALPEO. She makes an ardent plea for...

‘CEOs can only be successful in a context that matches who they are. The way they think, feel, like to act is all-important in that. It has to connect...

VALPEO recently helped global renewable resource company Sappi to screen its high potentials alongside the development of a Global Leadership Programme. Why did Sappi choose VALPEO’s unique methodology and what...

The ‘ease of choice’ in vacancies for top executives is greater than ever. ‘The focus of the headhunter has shifted from detecting candidates to selecting those who are best...

In many organizations, there has been a greater awareness of culture in recent years, but cultural transformations are often laborious, finds Catherine Maertens, partner at leadership advisory organization VALPEO....

Are you hoping to find some time for an enjoyable book this end of year? Or are you looking for a great gift idea? If so, you could probably...

Are you hoping to find some time for a good book this end of year? Or are you looking for a great gift idea? If so, you could probably...

VALPEO was asked to support the European branch of Fujirebio. Working in a worldwide company has its challenges, as people from different cultures may have varying perspectives as well. VALPEO...

'In the selection process today, too many candidates are still written off or recruited for the wrong reasons,' says Stephan Soens, Partner at VALPEO. 'The cultural match between a...

Some leadership consultants would argue that a search process involving ‘transition management’ differs from a traditional executive search process in two main ways: the position has to be filled...

'Covid-19 has made us realize that working differently is possible and sometimes necessary. Self-direction and self-organization are, more than ever, on the agenda today. But when we talk about...

Context is the key to a leader’s success • The recruitment of a new leader nowadays is not a walk in the park. Times are changing rapidly and the...

“Business books are full of success stories and habits of successful leaders, but after 30 years in the HR business, I can only conclude that success is highly situational....

No matter what stage of your career you are at, assessment for leadership skills can give you an objective idea of your abilities as a business leader. An effective...

L'histoire personnelle d'un CEO est le guide qui permet de relier facilement une personne au contexte dans lequel elle peut créer de la valeur pour une entreprise. Il est essentiel que le dirigeant soit capable d'adopter la vision de l'entreprise et de la façonner en conséquence.

As the BESIX Group, one of the world's leading international contractors, continues to evolve from a construction company to a multidisciplinary construction-oriented provider of services, it wants to help...

Manage HR Magazine • VALPEO Developing Leaders of Tomorrow • 'We are on a mission to unite the best of consultants, science and technology to inspire and support people...

“If social meaning receives too little attention within your company, then even the most innovative technology has an expiration date” “If social meaning receives too...

Why managing transformations is the new reality and what it means to be the transformation (instead of adapting to change). Why managing transformations is the...

If you struggle with moving towards a more empowered organisation, just take the time to look at this short story. If you struggle with moving toward...