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The 2024 Vault results are in – we’re thrilled to announce that ghSMART topped an unprecedented 14 categories in Vault's annual ‘Best to Work For’ survey. This team of extraordinary people ranked the firm #1 in categories like ‘Selectivity’, ‘Compensation’, ‘Hours in the Office’, ‘Internal Mobility’ and ‘Promotion Policies’ along with ‘Best Boutique Firm’, ‘Client Interaction’, ‘Level of Challenge’ and ‘Satisfaction’. Our team aspires to become the best trusted advisors to the most influential leaders and our Vault rankings reflect that. See the news release: https://lnkd.in/gwtb35Ak

𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭? "It's tough to choose just one, as it's the combination of ghSMART’s values in action that inspires me. The driving force behind my decision to join was the core principle of “who matters” — our clients are people, not institutions. In a world where technology increasingly dominates, ghSMART never loses sight of the human element. Behind every decision are real people with real emotions. Strategies and challenges evolve, but it’s the individuals behind them that remain constant. At ghSMART, I've found the opportunity to drive positive results at both the organizational and individual levels. Beyond helping organizations unleash talent as a competitive advantage, I find meaning in the true partnership that forms when I support senior leaders to enhance their impact. One executive I worked with needed help to think through how best to lead across inter-generational differences, inspiring and developing younger talent within his organization. Coaching him through that journey has been truly rewarding. Another client had a long list of accomplishments but felt something was missing. Recently hearing him say, “For the first time, I feel I can just be myself,” was profound and highlights the significance of our work. When leaders show up as their best selves, they empower those around them. Another value that I find inspiring is our commitment to ‘generosity and gratitude.’ Colleagues are generous with their time and support, creating an environment of true connection and care. Finally, the firm’s ‘best you’ value ensures we prioritize personal well-being alongside business success, allowing us to deliver even greater impact for our clients." John O. believes in the power of leadership and brings this conviction to his work, helping CEOs, PE investors, and boards harness the full potential of their greatest asset – people. He has lived and worked in Nigeria, the UK, and the US. Learn more about our exceptional team here: https://bit.ly/3X12sdF #ghSMART #ThePowerofYou #LeadershipAdvisory

Mistaking board expertise for CEO readiness is one of four dangers to avoid when considering if a board member should be your next CEO. Learn what can go wrong and how to boost your odds of success in ghSMART’s Harvard Business Review article ‘Should Your Next CEO Come from Your Board’. The article is on newsstands in the November/December 2024 issue, and online: https://lnkd.in/ggb3xjBE

Join us for our upcoming ghSMART Leadership Circle event 𝘊𝘌𝘖 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘦: 𝘓𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘐𝘵 𝘏𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘴, hosted by Elena Lytkina Botelho, ghSMART Partner; New York Times bestselling author of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘌𝘖 𝘕𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘋𝘰𝘰𝘳. In this engaging and interactive hour, Elena will explore groundbreaking insights from the CEO Genome® project, revealing what it takes to reach the top, the common challenges first-time CEOs face, and strategies to overcome them. Apply to the gLC today to unlock your opportunity for an invite to this exclusive event. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4bFOEde #ghSMART #ghSMARTLeadershipCircle #gLC

We have another Harvard Business Review article, published today! Our research reveals the statistically significant differences between ‘founder mode’ and ‘manager mode.’ The ghSMART team explored 1,400+ data points from 100+ founder and non-founder CEOs in private equity to identify founder ‘superpowers’ and ‘blind spots’. If you’re a board member, investor, founder, or CEO, understanding these key differences could be a game-changer for you. Dive into our findings here! https://lnkd.in/gxXWMd9F Congratulations to ghSMART authors Samantha Hellauer, Sanja Kos, Julie Vermoote (C.Psychol.), and BJ Wright. If you would like a PDF copy, email shellauer@ghsmart.com. #foundermode #founders #ghsmart

At ghSMART, your career journey is uniquely yours to shape. As Robert Sharman emphasizes, you have the flexibility to choose work that aligns with your interests. Whether you're drawn to fast-paced projects or long-term initiatives, you have the freedom to focus on what excites you and supports your growth. With open, transparent conversations about career progression and the ability to set your own pace, you can build a path that’s both fulfilling and tailored to your goals.   Want to hear more about how we empower growth? Check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/eBugA6DQ At ghSMART, the power to shape your career is in your hands. #ghSMART #ThePowerofYou #CareerGrowth

Should Your Next CEO Come from Your Board? Our newest article in Harvard Business Review examines when it makes sense to appoint a board member to the CEO role, what can go wrong, and how to manage the sensitive dynamics involved to boost the odds of success. If you're involved in succession planning, this is a must-read! The research is based on an in-depth study of 213 S&P CEO successions from 2018 to 2023, focusing specifically on instances where the incoming CEO was a former board member without a concurrent executive role. To deepen our understanding, we interviewed a range of CEOs, board members, and CHROs, testing hypotheses and gathering firsthand perspectives on the selection process and factors contributing to successful board-to-CEO transitions. Congratulations to ghSMART authors Reshmi Paul, Heidi Smith, Samantha Hellauer, and Shoma Hayden for this insightful article. If you would like a PDF copy, email shellauer@ghsmart.com. #CEOSuccession #BoardEffectiveness #HarvardBusinessReview https://lnkd.in/ggb3xjBE

Today’s teams are more geographically distributed and digitally enabled than ever — even in the C-suite. This creates new challenges that can impact interpersonal and team dynamics around collaboration, alignment and coordination, resulting in sub-optimal performance, waste and diluted business results. ghSMART helps you realize the full potential of your leadership team by driving alignment on the direction and priorities of the business, provide clarity on the team mandate and roles of team members, and build both the hard and soft skills to improve and sustain long-term team performance in driving business results. "Our work with ghSMART has naturally led to a greater willingness for our top leaders to discuss their professional development areas and a greater willingness to reach out and support each other." - Fortune 100 CHRO Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gvaJ8wpd #TeamEffectiveness #CSuite #TopTeams

At ghSMART, we believe in the power of blending analytical skills with a genuine passion for people. Nicola Wagener shares how she’s able to merge her strategic expertise with her love for building strong, people-focused solutions. It’s this unique combination that makes ghSMART a place where meaningful careers thrive. Ready to bring your passions and expertise together? Discover more here: https://ow.ly/3rOb50TG5x3 #ghSMART #ThePowerofYou #LeadershipAdvisory

With over 25 years of experience working with hundreds of leading private equity firms, the ghSMART team understands what makes a great partner. Whether you're an aspiring partner or mentoring one, focusing on these five key rites of passage will help a private equity associate advance their career and develop the skills to operate like a partner over time.   𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦: 𝘗𝘌𝘐 𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦 ‘𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘰 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳' 𝘣𝘺 𝘨𝘩𝘚𝘔𝘈𝘙𝘛 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 Elena Lytkina Botelho 𝘢𝘯𝘥 Sapna Sadarangani Werner