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X-Factor: The Psychology and Tactical Strategy Behind Transformational Leadership in PE

PE-backed CRO Eric Bluhm shares how to drive transformational growth in a portfolio company.

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X-Factor: Becoming a Change Agent in a Private Equity-Backed Environment

PE-backed CFO Jessica Hamilton shares how to execute transformational change while keeping teams aligned.

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X-Factor: Navigating the Private Equity Landscape — Lessons from a First-Time CEO

PE-backed CEO Christian Leard shares his journey from public company leadership to PE and how to make the leap

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From Vision to Scale: Managing the Transition from Founder-Led to Founder Influenced

5 key considerations for leading your next founder-led acquisition to success under private equity ownership

Career Development

There’s No Substitute for a Well-Planned (and Well-Executed) Career Narrative

Take charge of your career story.

January 25, 2022 6 min read

Business Management

Create a Robust Cash Flow Forecast

PE-backed CFOs need to keep a firm handle on their company’s current and future cash position

January 03, 2022 3 min read

Business Management

PE Landscape

Is Co-Investing Worth the Risk?

Assess your risk appetite when an opportunity for co-investment presents.

December 06, 2021 5 min read

Career Development

Peer Perspectives

Q&A with CFP David Rae: Financial Planning to Ease the Tax Burden

CFP David Rae shares his insights on managing your taxes after a successful exit.

December 03, 2021 5 min read

Career Development

Best Practices When Negotiating a Compensation Package

Start your role off on the right foot by coming prepared to negotiate a solid compensation package.

December 03, 2021 6 min read

Career Development

Team Leadership

5 Things That Make a Great Private Equity CXO Better

Most private equity-backed CXO positions are tailored to fit a specific background, even though that background is often an exception instead of a rule. CXO…

November 01, 2021 4 min read