Sept. 11 Webinar | The Label I Didn’t Choose, and the Life I Chose to Live
André van Hall, a former hospitality executive turned professional speaker, will host a Vistage webinar on September 11, 2026, sharing how losing his eyesight in 2011 reshaped his leadership philosophy. Over a 15‑year speaking career, he has distilled lessons on humility, curiosity, and initiative into actionable guidance for CEOs. The session will explore reframing adversity, capitalizing on “good crises,” and adapting to new realities without surrender. Attendees will gain practical tools to build resilient, high‑performing teams in volatile environments.
How to Eliminate Crazy Busyness
Leadership coach Zena Everett warns that many executives mistake efficiency for effectiveness, leading to "Crazy Busyness." She attributes this to productivity drag—digital interruptions, long meetings, and low‑value tasks—that steal precious time. In her April Vistage Climb webinar, she will teach...
Mike Barker: How a 90-Day Pause Added $12 Million to the Sale
Mike Barker, CEO of House of Cheatham, paused the sale process for 90 days to shore up the company’s financial and operational profile before accepting a private‑equity offer. During the pause he produced a quality‑of‑earnings report, commissioned an environmental study,...
How to Build a Leadership Team You Can Trust
Alex Draper’s DX Learning survived a pandemic‑induced revenue collapse by relying on a leadership team built on performance trust rather than personal loyalty. He outlines five capabilities CEOs must trust—strategic judgment, decision‑making amid uncertainty, ownership, communication, and change leadership—supported by...
Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty: Why There’s Still Reason for Optimism
U.S. tariffs have narrowed the trade deficit with China from roughly $290 billion to $202 billion, while shifting import volumes toward Vietnam, Taiwan, India and Mexico. The policy has spurred “origin‑washing,” where Chinese goods are mislabeled to evade duties, complicating enforcement. Manufacturing...
The CEO’s Playbook for Adaptive Pricing
The article outlines a seven‑step framework for adaptive pricing, urging CEOs to replace static price lists with data‑driven, flexible models. It cites Wendy’s 2024 surge‑pricing backlash as a cautionary tale about narrative, while highlighting how pandemic‑era quote‑validity cuts and tariff...
Developing “High Performance Habits” With Brendon Burchard
Brendon Burchard, high‑performance expert, delivered a Vistage presentation on building habits that enable CEOs to thrive amid rapid change. He argues that top leaders shift from a strengths‑focused mindset to asking, “What must I do to serve?” expanding capabilities rather...
Tariff Scenario Planning: 4 Strategies for SMB Leaders
Tariffs are reshaping cost structures and supply chains for small‑ and midsize‑businesses, turning agility into a survival imperative. The article proposes disciplined scenario planning as a leadership super‑power, outlining four distinct tariff environments that SMBs may face. Each scenario highlights...
The CEO Mask: How Imposter Syndrome Can Make You a Stronger Leader
Imposter syndrome affects more than 70% of CEOs despite strong performance, surfacing especially during high‑stakes events like board presentations or market expansions. The article argues that this self‑doubt can be reframed as a growth signal, enhancing empathy, decision‑making, and emotional...
Honoring Women on the Climb: Leadership Lessons From 3 Inspiring CEOs
International Women’s Day spotlights three Vistage CEOs—Deb Erickson, Lus Haberberger, and Violet Grgich—who illustrate how modern leadership evolves beyond personal effort. Erickson emphasizes delegating and developing internal leaders to sustain growth, Haberberger shows that diverse viewpoints drive stronger innovation, and...
Why Your Employees Feel Gen AI Fears — and How to Win Them Over
Organizations rolling out generative AI often encounter employee anxiety when communication is lacking. Case studies from manufacturing, retail, and healthcare show that silence breeds rumors about job loss and workflow disruption. Leaders who adopt transparent practices—regular town halls, newsletters, and...
A New Twist: What’s Next After the Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
Supreme Court ruled the administration lacked authority under IEEPA to impose global tariffs, instantly invalidating duties ranging from 10 % to 50 %. The decision leaves $130 billion in collected tariffs without an approved refund process, while Section 301 and Section 232 tariffs remain in...
Essential Business Leadership Advice for Today’s CEOs
In 2026 CEOs face heightened political, economic and technological uncertainty, prompting a shift toward five core leadership priorities: clarity, culture of ownership, strategic talent management, inclusive decision‑making, and humble change leadership. Craig Weber and David Friedman argue that CEOs must...
The Secret to Building an Elite Team
Strategy‑execution expert Pete Wilkinson warns that building an elite team requires the same relentless commitment as training for the Olympics. He outlines four "power habits"—focus, personal organisation, proactivity and self‑discipline—and stresses consistent goal‑cascading across the organisation. Wilkinson breaks the journey...
Game-Changing Leadership: Lessons From Black CEOs Every Executive Can Use
Three Black CEOs—Dr. Anton Bizzell, Rosalyn Merrick, and Ola Sage—share how shifting from intensity to clarity, purpose, and essentialism transformed their organizations. Bizzell moved from treating symptoms to building systems that align purpose with performance. Merrick leveraged vulnerability and stakeholder...