Many leadership discussions still focus on familiar topics: strategy, talent, technology, and execution. However, two of the most powerful resources available to leaders today remain consistently underutilized—not because they are rare, but because they are misunderstood. The first already exists within every organization: the influence of peers. Your employees act as the...

A conversation with Leo Bottary. CEOWORLD Magazine External Advisory Board Member and Opinion Columnist Leo Bottary has spent the last 20 years exploring what makes elite CEO forums tick. Leo’s company, Peernovation, LLC, shows organizational leaders why it’s relevant to team leadership. Following the release of the Second Edition of Peernovation: Forged by CEO Forums. Perfected for Teams. (2025), last week, Leo published his fourth book, Peernovation 365: A Practical Guide and Workbook for Building Peer-Sustained...

Before we delve into the intricate layers of professional perception, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to you, my readers. Your unwavering support and engagement in this hospitable environment over the years have been the cornerstone of my creative journey. I chose to write this specific article because we live in...

Samantha Regan Advances Strategic Acquisition of Heritage Hotel in Italy’s Dolomites.  Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy — Entrepreneur and investment strategist Samantha Regan is advancing plans to acquire a hotel property in Cortina d’Ampezzo, one of Europe’s most storied alpine destinations, with the acquisition targeted by May 1 and closing anticipated by October. The transaction reflects Regan’s long-term approach to asset ownership,...

You are what you measure: Why effective metrics are the heart of performance management. In the Forbes article “You Are What You Measure,” Jacob Drucker points out an essential truth: if you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. This idea isn’t just theoretical; it’s at the heart and soul of effective performance management. Imagine your organization’s performance as a roadmap to success, where strategic goals meet practical execution. Measurement is the...

Steve Payne, Vice Chair of Consulting for Ernst & Young Americas said, “Empathy is not only a “nice to have”, but the glue and accelerant for business transformation in the next era of business.” This quote comes from a 2021 E&Y Survey showing how empathy can raise profit, productivity, creativity, trust, and collaboration in an organization,...

In an era defined by geopolitical uncertainty, digital mobility, and the globalization of talent, wealth migration has evolved from a niche strategy into a mainstream executive consideration. High-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and senior executives are no longer relocating solely for tax optimization or lifestyle appeal. Instead, they are making strategic decisions grounded in...

Why Uruguay’s Golden Visa Belongs on Every Board Agenda Uruguay sits in a rare niche: a small South American country with European‑style institutions, an investment‑grade profile, and a residency framework that does not require a hard minimum investment for legal residency. Instead, the country focuses on verifiable income, transparent funding...

Why Costa Rica’s Golden Visa Matters to Global Investors Costa Rica aligns three levers that matter to board‑level decision‑makers: political stability, a service‑oriented economy, and a residency framework that is accessible without being “cheap.” Classified as an upper‑middle‑income country with strong human‑development indicators, it offers a safer, rules‑based environment than...