I 20 sider rapport hedder det, at”Twenty-nine percent of CEOs are very optimistic or optimistic about the global economy, while 23% are pessimistic or very pessimistic. One bright spot of optimism: no matter the challenge, many CEOs report confidence that their organization could handle it. “The continued challenge of navigating uncertainty and building agility remains; nevertheless, I see opportunities for leaders to create excitement and focus energy on the transformative opportunities ahead of us, on behalf of our clients’ businesses and our own,” one CEO said. Geopolitical instability once again tops the list of external disruptors, while inflation gains as a concern for CEOs this survey cycle. The increase in concern over inflation perhaps reflects the effects of the US election cycle and the macroeconomic environment. Thirty percent of CEOs are concerned about regulation, but 51% reported confidence or high confidence that they could navigate changes in the regulatory environment. Workforce and talent issues remain high on the list of disruptors as well, as many CEOs reported challenges engaging their junior professionals in a hybrid work model. “Talent, engagement and culture are number one—maintaining our great culture with so many issues surrounding us,” one CEO said when asked about their greatest challenge.”
Morten W. Langer
