Spencer Stuart Human Resources Research

You Need a Leader - Now What?
How to Choose the Best Person for Your Organization

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The best leaders aren’t found by looking for that one perfect person. Organizations get the leaders they need when they identify the demands of their situation, and create a process designed to locate the person who best fulfills those requirements.

Four Practical Talent Management and Retention Ideas for Asia Pacific

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Practical ideas for improving talent development and addressing leadership needs in an Asia Pacific organization.

2010 Toronto HR Summit

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A distinguished panel of Canadian business leaders shares insights on CEO succession with a focus on the merits of insider versus outsider succession candidates.

The road to the top: Spencer Stuart Women Leaders Forum

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A roundtable discussion in which Indian women leaders describe their individual journeys and provide insights into how women are embracing their new roles.

HR leadership challenges in European financial services companies

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This study explores how the 2008 financial crisis and ensuing economic slowdown has affected both HR strategy and the status of HR within organisations.

Succeeding in turbulent times - The role of HR Leadership

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

How the transactional role played by the HR function in India is evolving into a strategic one, with HR directors contributing to organisational transformation at the most senior executive level.

The Four Myths of Talent Management in Challenging Times

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This article challenges common misconceptions about talent management in a downturn and offers strategic alternatives that can help organizations stay poised for short- and long-term success.

Toronto HR Leadership Summit

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dr. Fariborz Ghadar — author, researcher and leading authority on business trends — speaks to Toronto’s senior human resources leaders about long-term global business trends and their implications for the HR function.

Toronto Leadership Summit 2008

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A dialogue on leadership inspired by the sports world and featuring insights from Johann Koss, four-time Olympic Gold Medalist and CEO of Right to Play, and Spencer Stuart consultant and leadership expert Jim Citrin.

What directors should ask about talent management

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The seven questions corporate directors should be asking to determine how well career development and succession planning are being implemented in their organizations.

Point of View 2008

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Point of View is our opportunity to share our collective voice on some of the most critical leadership issues affecting our clients.

A Conversation with Conaty: Observations on succession planning and developing world-class leaders

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A 40-year veteran of General Electric, William J. Conaty led GE’s talent revolution, championing the company’s talent development processes, and served as the right-hand “talent” man to two CEOs. He shares seven key tenets of an effective succession planning process....

HR leadership in India: A roundtable discussion

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Spencer Stuart, India hosted a roundtable discussion in Mumbai on HR Leadership in India, which was attended by a group of leading HR professionals from corporate India.

The role of the chief people officer is changing

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Business is in a state of constant flux making it essential for companies and their leaders to adjust to changing market conditions. This is especially true of senior HR leaders in national and global organisations who need to be able to adapt to, and anticipate, new requests and expectations from the business. ...