Interesting report in that it directly samples two different populations (CEO’s + CHRO’s) asking them the same questions and then comparing where we’re at. It’s uncomfortable to learn that C-level and HR are not only in dissonance on priorities, but also that only 8% of the former perceive the function as being strategically significant. The days of ‘asking for a seat at the table’ are over imo - that battle has been lost, and what is required today is no less than a total reinvention of identity and purpose. Going to start a
Brainfood Live series on this, watch this space.