What do you do when the executive team that got your organisation to where it is today is no longer the team you need for the future?
In this episode of The NFP CEO, Michelle and Danielle explore how nonprofit and for-purpose CEOs can approach executive team restructuring following growth, a merger, changes in funding or a shift in strategic direction.
They discuss how to recognise when leadership capabilities no longer match organisational needs, assess the skills required to deliver your strategy, and make difficult decisions without letting personal relationships dictate the structure.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The warning signs that your executive team may no longer fit your organisation.
- How to assess leadership capability against your three-to-five-year strategy.
- Why you should design roles around organisational needs, not individual personalities.
- How to improve role clarity, reporting lines and executive accountability.
- When to seek independent advice, and how to involve your board.
- How to communicate a restructure and manage redundancies with dignity and respect.
A practical takeaway for CEOs: Start with your strategy, define the capabilities and structure you need, then assess your existing team against those requirements. Don't start with the people and build the structure around them.
Executive restructuring isn't necessarily a judgement on past performance. It's about ensuring your leadership team has the capability to deliver your organisation's future mission.
Listen to the episode for practical guidance on making difficult leadership decisions with clarity, fairness and purpose.
Reach out if you are looking for support in restructuring or building your senior leadership team.
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Website: thenfpceo.com.au
Michelle Cutler: Michelle Cutler | LinkedIn
Danielle Ballantine: Danielle Ballantine | LinkedIn
