The first chapter of my book is titled “It’s Not You, The Rules Have Changed,” and they most assuredly have. And while it isn’t you, if you want to minimize your frustration…
📍 chrisfranz1.substack.com The CFO seat has never been hotter, or harder to keep warm. According to a recent report by The Times (link here), CFO turnover has reached its highest level in six years. More…
More than seven million Americans are in transition, and not by choice. Most have stories that do not fit cleanly into drop-down menus or keyword filters. These are people with real experience,…
In today’s digital world, technology has revolutionized the way we communicate, interact, and visualize information. With the rise of AI, social media, and digital platforms, much of our personal connections and interactions…
“Can you take a look at my resume?” I get asked that all the time. And I’m always happy to help — but I’ll be honest, something about the whole thing feels…
After publishing The Illusion of Progress, The Erosion of Trust, a reader messaged me with a question that stuck: “What do you see as the first step for leaders who are ready…
When I wrote “The Great Talent Paradox,” I opened the door to a conversation many hiring leaders have felt but struggled to articulate. There is a persistent and growing disconnect between what…
Job search can seem like an unending journey with peaks and valleys. As a coach for almost 20 years and having coached thousands of clients, I consider it part of my job…
Introduction The labor market is sending conflicting signals. On the one hand, companies and recruiters lament the scarcity of top-tier talent, expressing frustration over unfilled leadership roles and a dwindling pool of…
As we go through different stages of our lives, we often meet new people and sometimes lose touch with some. We also get promoted to different levels within the organization and it…
Whether you are trying to get an introduction, meeting or interview, we all need to “close” the deal/ask for the order. If you have always had a role where you were the…