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08/02/2024

Looking through the kaleidoscope of coaching.

What are your thoughts on executive coaching? Waste of time, effort and money? or a game changer in terms of elevating yours and your team's executive performance.

I'm re-sharing this interview I gave with Strachan from Business Network and Stewart CEO of Fresh Air Leadership Company as part of Scottish International Week. If maximising your own, and your teams, performance is important to you, I think you'll enjoy it.

https://www.scottishinternationalweek.com/talks/coaching-globally/

I'd love to hear your thoughts about what we discuss.

02/02/2024

Are you ready to make a start to become a NED but don't know how?

Get in touch and I'll help you succeed and take the anxiety and stress out of taking the next step in your career.

Why not book a short 30-min discovery call meeting, if that would help become 'unstuck'?

https://calendly.com/simonbergenroth/30-mins-discovery-call

01/02/2024

Not everyone that wants a Board seat will be successful.

Sounds harsh right? But it's true.

I've worked with hundreds of executives who have wanted to take that next step in their career but they just don't have the credential, experience and gravitas to make it a reality.

Sometimes I have difficult conversations with people about this topic and I wish I didn't but there are too many 'board preparation' organisations out there that will happily take your money without taking the time to properly assess suitability. This also happens in the coaching world.

It's profit over people. And I hate it.

This is where ... is different.

We'll be honest with you from the start about your chances of success given how you present and based on this you can decide if you'd like to sign up to one of our bespoke Board preparation programmes.

Don't waste your time thinking about whether a Board seat is in your destiny. Get in touch and we'll work it out together.

31/01/2024

Does this sound like you?

Are you a strategic thinker?
Do you understand and can apply corporate governance?
Are you a good listener?;
And are you confident in asking the difficult questions to hold a Board accountable?

If so? then perhaps you have what it takes to be an Independent Director.

What have you done so far?

Over 55% of respondents to a recent survey who aspired to be a NED confirmed that their biggest barrier was not knowing where to start.

… can help.

To be an effective NED you need to understand it’s about having your ‘Nose In, Fingers Out’. That means having a deep understanding of what’s going on in an organisation but not being as hands-on as you may have been during your career.

If you’re serious about winning a Board seat in 2024, schedule a short call with me to see if we’re the right partner for you!.

… Unearthing gifts. Unleashing potential.

30/01/2024

Only a few more hours before I open up the 'virtual' floor to any questions you might have about securing a Non-Executive Director Board seat in 2024.

Sign up now and I'll see you at 7pm GMT:

https://streamyard.com/watch/7VcNCpsKvqVz

29/01/2024

Sincere thanks to Samantha Coggins-Thompson, Non Executive Director & Board Member, for the kind endorsement of working with myself and ...

"Simon was my coach and mentor as part of a development programme for aspiring Non-Executive Directors/Board members.

Simon was particularly good at getting me to understand 'my value' and how to best present myself both on paper and in interview. He helped me see the difference between an executive and a non-executive interview and what worked before wouldn't work now, and why.

Since the programme Simon has started his own business (3Hats...) and regularly kept in touch with me (he always does what he says he will). I find the insights I receive from 3Hats... very useful and look forward to our catch-ups as it always makes me think about what I have done/achieved so I have something to discuss with Simon.

I secured my first Board role as Treasurer Trustee of a charity within 12 months of working with Simon. I still refer back to the notes I recorded during my sessions with Simon before I embark on applying for Board roles.

I would happily recommend Simon as a Senior Executive Coach and Mentor."

If reading this, it compelled you to get in touch to discuss how we can help you achieve a Board seat, book in a date/time that suits: https://calendly.com/simonbergenroth/30-mins-discovery-call

28/01/2024

Considering becoming an independent No-Exec Director? Startec the search but not getting anywhere? Want to continue to use your executive skills but don't know where toy start?

I can help.

You are warmly invited to this free webinar that I've had a number of people ask me to host to help them navigate a pathway to a Board seat.

Whether you've not started? or have been toiling for a while? our time together will be enlightening to help you see 'the woods from the trees'.

No question is off limits...

And if I don t know the answer then I promise to find out and come back to you. Grab a coffee (or something stronger) and settle in for this opportunity to get you all on the pathway to success.

For every participant that joins, and shares their email, there will be a NED fact sheet packed full of insight.

Cant wait to host you!

REGISTRATION LINK: https://streamyard.com/watch/7VcNCpsKvqVz

26/01/2024

Really enjoyable LIVE last night sharing inights regarding "How to win a Board seat in 2024!"

Apart from the 'slight' technical hitch halfway through (LinkedIn wasn't playing ball...Have you had the same pronblem?) it was a genuine priviledge to help the attendees to explore a way forward and reflect on why they may not have been successful to date.

Here's the recording for anoyone that missed it: https://youtu.be/FGq1f3qz-TA

The most interesting takeaways where the responses to the question of 'Why do you wat to be ona. Board' which range feom learning new skills. prestige, not ready for retirement and wanting to hive something back.

What are your reasons?

-ExecutivbeDiirector

26/01/2024

Neurodiversity & Board membership...are they compatible?

I say a resounding 'yes' as Boards are increasingly seeking diversity of thought and those that are are crucially representing those stakeholders that all organisations have that are neurodivergent themselves.

An effecive Board should reflect those it serves and over recent years mental health and neurodivergence has increasingly had greater exposure and understanding in the media amongst other spheres of influence.

I invite you to watch my short video and comment on any thoughts or experience you might have on this important subject?

23/01/2024

2024 Job Market Outlook

Heading into 2023, many were braced for a recession.
However, the UK economy grew by 0.3% in the first
quarter and by 0.2% in the three months to June 2023. [10]
This resilience has led to a cautiously optimistic outlook,
particularly as we see inflation continue to fall. [11]

Job growth has declined slightly, with 66,000 fewer job
openings in the period from May to July 2023 compared to
the previous quarter. [1] The short supply of candidates is
pushing salaries higher. Salaries grew by 7.8% in June to
August 2023, one of the highest annual growth rates since
records began in 2001. [15] This suggests organisations are
investing in existing talent to remain competitive, retain
high performers and plug skills gaps.

With fewer openings and over 200,000 working age people
returning to the labour force, [1] unemployment has
increased to 4.3% [13] and is forecast to rise further as weak
margins and cost pressures weigh heavily on companies.[12]

As we keep one eye on the possibility of a recession, one
thing remains certain: competition for top talent is as fierce
as ever. To attract and retain great employees, you need
reliable salary information.

This 2024 Salary Guide is designed to help you:

▶ Familiarise yourself with the salary data you need to hire
and retain top professionals in your field
▶ Empower your business leaders to negotiate salaries
more successfully
▶ Develop more effective hiring and retention strategies

Please get in touch if you'd like a copy of the full report via DM or [email protected]

21/01/2024

So, what's the personalised pathway that ... uses to help you 'win' a seat on a Board in 2024?

1. Client discovery. What are your relevant skills, experience and knowledge in relation to being ‘Board-ready’
2. Goal setting. Where do you want to be?
3. USP/brand values. What's unique about you compared to the competitiom?
4. NED CV update and/or creation: Are you effective in selling yourself into a Board?
5. LinkedIn update and /or creation: Increasingly recruiters are using LinkedIn to vet candidates. You can't ignore this!
6. Cover letter development. If you're taking a speculative approach is crucial you come across well in this intro collateral.
7. Search Strategy ‘Go To Market’. Let's talk networking, job boards and headhunters/recruiters
8. Interview preparation & practice. When was the last time you interviewed? Preparation is key!
9. Remuneration negotiation. What can you expect in the way of a package?

If you'd like to find out more and discuss your individual situation tehn just get in touch. You can book a call via the link: https://ow.ly/1rt850QsQKj

17/01/2024

We just wanted to tell you
In this cold, January time
3Hats… are soaring in 2024
And we are letting you know in rhyme

Your goals are our vision
Our mission is to get you there
Let us take these few verses
To introduce the 3 C’s of the 3Hats… we wear

Courageous, Compassionate, Curious
The essence of all that we do
Now let us consider their impact
And what these 3 C’s can do for you

It takes COURAGE to move up the levels
A boldness to believe in your self
Our expertise is your strength and shield
As we challenge and support each client we help

COMPASSIONATE is how we describe us
We care deeply about more than just stats
Its our privilege to journey and help you
Your whole self matters, here at 3Hats…

CURIOUS is what we are on your behalf
How can we find that missing piece?
The how, why, what, when , where and who
Will help your full gifts and talents get released

Our three guiding principles are simple but true
Courage, Compassionate, Curious for you
We will listen and learn as you tell us your aims
Then 3Hats… will work within your own timeframe

Progression, Transformation, Resilience and more
Goals, Aspirations, Challenges - opportunities to grow
We will work at your pace, yet inspire you to invest
We all work together to bring you your best

We are global, aspiring, helping people to move
From hard earned positions to the board room they love
Or perhaps its an executive level you have your sights on
Let 3Hats… unleash the potential you’ve had all along

This is your journey and we simply come alongside
To enhance, encourage, dig deep and provide
A plan for a journey that will take you where you want to go
Making an impact , reaching others, delivering what you know

Whatever is stopping or blocking those dreams
Needn’t be the immovable force that it seems
Let 3Hats… unlock solutions, foster real growth
Professional, impactful- we major in both!

So don’t settle for less than we know you’re able
We will help you achieve a seat at that table
What is the expertise that helps get you there?
Courage, Compassionate, Curious-the 3Hats… we wear!

So thank you for reading our poem
We are here should you ever like to chat
And COURAGE, COMPASSIONATE, CURIOUS
All lie underneath our 3Hats… !

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