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Shields Meneley Partners has written a variety of articles and have a blog
that addresses issues that executives face in both their
professional and personal lives. Through working with hundreds of top
executives, we have compiled extensive research which inspired the
range of topics addressed in the following publications.
"More Jobless Execs Foot Their Outplacement Bill":
A Wall Street Journal article (July 7,2009) by Joann Lublin regarding
outplacement and, in particular,
Shields Meneley Partners. She notes the process of how we work with
executives noting that we "offer specialized job-hunting help,
including tapping
clients'expertise." This is an interesting article regarding how our
transition services differ from traditional outplacement firms and what
value this brings to current executives seeking a new opportunity. As
client Jeff Held states, we are "the custom tailors
of outplacement."
"The Right Stuff": in The Deal -- the weekly magazine that focuses on corporate dealmaking, M&A, private capital, restructurings, and IPO financing, "The Right Stuff" focuses on the need for PE firms to perform more extensive due diligence on the executives they hire for portfolio companies to reduce the risks associated with costly CEO/executive turnover. Five key questions that will help firms determine whether a particular executive has 'the right stuff' to succeed in a private equity environment.
"How 'rising stars' become boardworthy": Whether you are a top executive who has already achieved a high level
of professional success or an up and coming talent there are opportunities
to join corporate boards if you possess distinguishing qualities. This
article examines five attributes which boards look for when selecting new
members and shares the success stories of two rising stars.
"Now What? Tips for a Director's First 100 Days": The first few months as a new Board Director can be daunting, especially
if there are no orientation programs intact to aid in the initiating process.
This article walks new directors through their first 100 days, providing
tips on observing existing relationships and power structures to build
strong relationships with fellow Board members.
"When I retire, we are going to . . . ": Executives who have spent years in a structured business environment
often fail to look beyond the financial parameters of retirement planning
and invest in life planning for their future. Retirement is an important
transitional period that provides couples with the opportunity to share
dreams and create new goals. This article stresses the benefits of putting
thought and effort into planning for the future and provides helpful topics
for executives to consider when preparing for their retirement.
"Heeding the siren's song": Many executives opt to pursue entrepreneurial work when they are faced
with career transition. This article analyzes the reasons behind the trend,
explaining the various factors that ultimately draw executives to this
line of work.
"What makes a senior executive an entrepreneur?": Entrepreneurial work is an enticing venture, but the attributes that
divide executives who choose this line of work from those who choose corporate
positions may be surprising. This article challenges the common notion
that entrepreneurs are highly extroverted, or that people who pursue this
line of work possess similar personality traits, and reveals the actual
qualities that executives turned entrepreneurs have in common.
"Rock, paper, scissors": Although senior executives make decisions that are critical to the success
of their businesses, they often lack a trustworthy confidant with whom
to address concerns or receive unbiased feedback. This article illustrates
the vast benefits that executive coaching provides not only to individual
executives but to the entire company.
"I'm a CEO . . . I don't need outplacement": With the short tenure of CEOs, the prospect of career transition is nearly
inevitable. This article analyzes the most common reasons CEOs fail to
take advantage of outplacement services and outlines the vast benefits
of selecting an outplacement firm that specializes in executive clientele.
"Finding the right firm": Career transition is unfamiliar territory for many top executives. Selecting
an outplacement firm that meets individual needs and aspirations is vital
to a successful transition. This article provides insightful questions
for an executive to consider before interviewing with outplacement firms
as well as during the interviewing process. |
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