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In many workplaces, charismatic leaders often get the spotlight. Their energy, bold vision, and persuasive communication style can draw attention and inspire action. While charisma can be useful in certain
CarMax’s announcement that CEO Bill Nash will step down marks more than a change in leadership. It represents a deliberate opportunity for renewal. By appointing board member David McCreight as interim CEO, the company signaled a commitment to stability, transparency, and strategic reset. For managers, this transition illustrates how leadership changes can serve as moments to refocus strategy, refresh culture, and strengthen stakeholder confidence.
This week’s Leadership Links tracks five moves that turn strategy into results. Diageo names Dave Lewis to sharpen brand focus, Newmont details integration after its Newcrest deal, MongoDB signals product speed with a planned handoff, Honeywell’s aerospace spinout picks an insider to set Day One pace, and Britannia maps a steady path through a leadership change.
Loyalty has long been viewed as a virtue in the workplace. Employees who are considered loyal are often praised for their commitment and reliability. However, today’s work environments are fast-moving and constantly evolving. As a result, loyalty cannot mean what it used to. It should no longer be defined by blind allegiance or staying in place no matter the circumstances. Loyalty now involves mutual respect, honesty, and a shared commitment to the greater mission. It must be redefined as active engagement rather than passive agreement.
The latest results from Waste Management, Inc. reveal a challenge that many organizations face today: strong revenue growth paired with shrinking margins. The company reported revenue of approximately 6.44 billion
This week’s edition looks at leadership choices that balance growth ambition with execution discipline. A semiconductor firm times a CEO transition at a profitability inflection. A health sciences chairman calls for renewed, values led engagement. A fast growing restaurant brand brings outside firepower to its board. A global risk advisor elevates a regional chief to match opportunity with local fluency. A specialty pharma company appoints a biotech veteran to scale innovation and partnerships.
In many organizations, the biggest obstacles to progress are not technical or strategic. They are relational. Silos form naturally when teams become focused on their own goals, processes, and language. While specialization has its advantages, it often leads to missed opportunities, duplicated efforts, and miscommunication. The leaders who succeed in these environments are those who know how to build coalitions, not just manage tasks.
In an increasingly interconnected and polarized world, corporate culture does not exist in isolation. It sits at the intersection of leadership, stakeholder perception, and broader political realities. A recent study from the University of New Mexico has added empirical weight to what many executives already sense intuitively: when national leadership or political orientation changes, organizations often shift how they describe and project their internal culture. These shifts are visible in earnings calls, public statements, and marketing language, reflecting how organizations attempt to navigate changes in the broader political and social environment.
The Society for Advancement of Management (SAM) is proud to recognize Jamison Lewis, a remarkable leader whose dedication, academic excellence, and service have made a lasting impact on both the SAM community and the broader world of higher education.
This week’s edition looks at how leadership adapts culture, continuity, and strategy in changing environments. A new academic study shows corporate culture messaging shifts with national politics. A real estate CEO’s temporary medical leave puts succession and operating rhythm to the test. Fresh board appointments signal strategy in motion. Sector outlooks remind leaders that risk and business model design are converging. Even publishing tech events now point to rapid reinvention of customer experience.
In many workplaces, charismatic leaders often get the spotlight. Their energy, bold vision, and persuasive communication style can draw attention and inspire action. While charisma can be useful in certain
CarMax’s announcement that CEO Bill Nash will step down marks more than a change in leadership. It represents a deliberate opportunity for renewal. By appointing board member David McCreight as interim CEO, the company signaled a commitment to stability, transparency, and strategic reset. For managers, this transition illustrates how leadership changes can serve as moments to refocus strategy, refresh culture, and strengthen stakeholder confidence.
This week’s Leadership Links tracks five moves that turn strategy into results. Diageo names Dave Lewis to sharpen brand focus, Newmont details integration after its Newcrest deal, MongoDB signals product speed with a planned handoff, Honeywell’s aerospace spinout picks an insider to set Day One pace, and Britannia maps a steady path through a leadership change.
Loyalty has long been viewed as a virtue in the workplace. Employees who are considered loyal are often praised for their commitment and reliability. However, today’s work environments are fast-moving and constantly evolving. As a result, loyalty cannot mean what it used to. It should no longer be defined by blind allegiance or staying in place no matter the circumstances. Loyalty now involves mutual respect, honesty, and a shared commitment to the greater mission. It must be redefined as active engagement rather than passive agreement.
The latest results from Waste Management, Inc. reveal a challenge that many organizations face today: strong revenue growth paired with shrinking margins. The company reported revenue of approximately 6.44 billion
This week’s edition looks at leadership choices that balance growth ambition with execution discipline. A semiconductor firm times a CEO transition at a profitability inflection. A health sciences chairman calls for renewed, values led engagement. A fast growing restaurant brand brings outside firepower to its board. A global risk advisor elevates a regional chief to match opportunity with local fluency. A specialty pharma company appoints a biotech veteran to scale innovation and partnerships.