The CEO Agenda

A forward-thinking CEO agenda has never been more crucial. Our CEO insights give you greater clarity on what lies ahead, helping you lead with confidence and passion. Based on our work with companies across the globe and thousands of CEO conversations, we’ve identified the foundations of a powerful, sustainable CEO agenda.



AI'S ENERGY IMPACT

As the second anniversary of ChatGPT’s global debut approaches, the energy needed to power AI development is claiming a greater share of voice on earnings calls. After decades of stagnant growth, US energy demand is surging, driven largely by the chips and data centers used for AI alongside the steady migration of business operations to the cloud. According to BCG forecasts, US data center electricity demand could more than double by 2030.

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CEO Moments of Truth

Join BCG’s CEO, Christoph Schweizer, as he uncovers the critical choices that tested the strategy and leadership of highly respected CEOs.

Trending with CEOs

Based on our work with companies across the globe and thousands of CEO conversations, we’ve gained significant CEO insights to create a powerful CEO agenda that keeps you ahead of the curve. This is what’s trending right now with your peers.


Maximizing CEO Growth and Personal Effectiveness

CEO growth is both professional and personal. From managing your mental load more effectively to identifying behaviors that can supercharge you and your employees, our insights help you realize your fullest potential as a leader and as an individual.

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The Rewards of CEO Reflection

As CEOs rush from event to event and decision to decision, deep thought and reflection can be casualties of the high-pressure, high-stakes environment. But it is time well spent.


Harnessing Transformative Technologies

Transformative technologies such as generative AI are rapidly changing the CEO outlook—and indeed, the entire CEO Agenda. Here’s how you can leverage innovative technologies strategically, responsibly, and humanely.

Hear from Fellow CEOs

No one understands the unique challenges CEOs face quite like other chief executives. Explore CEO conversations to learn how your peers shape their CEO agenda, achieve breakthroughs, manage their time, and find greater purpose professionally and personally.


Build Leadership and Culture

An expansive CEO outlook creates a foundation for enduring success that outlasts your tenure. Here’s how you can build and advance a great leadership team and an energized, thoughtful talent culture to inform a CEO strategy that helps your company outperform—both now and long after you’ve moved on to your next challenge.

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The Value of Being a Curious CEO

Navigating today’s dynamic business landscape requires an endless quest for new knowledge. Discover how CEOs can leverage curiosity to drive innovation, growth, and future success.

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Beware of the CEO Bubble

BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser explores how CEOs can proactively ensure they get honest feedback and input at critical junctures.

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How CEOs Can Navigate a Polarized World

CEOs have become more cautious and strategic about taking public stands on politically charged issues. But upcoming elections will put this measured approach to the test.


Create Strategic and Competitive Advantage

Your company’s growth and resilience depend on how strategically you anticipate, prepare for, and respond to challenges and opportunities. Here’s how you can create a clear, forward-thinking CEO strategy, initiate bold moves, and stay nimble.

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The CEO’s Guide to India

It’s getting easier to do business in India, but it’s still challenging. Here’s how CEOs can avoid common mistakes and successfully navigate India’s burgeoning opportunities.

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Five Ways Leaders Can Adapt to Shifting Geopolitics

What will the world look like in 2030? BCG's Nikolaus Lang predicts the evolution of a multipolar world, with multiple emerging coalitions of countries acting in new ways to achieve their goals.

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The Cybersecure CEO

Tougher regulatory oversight and the soaring costs of major data breaches are elevating cybersecurity to a higher strategic priority for corporate leaders and boards.

Listen to Podcasts for CEOs

A successful CEO agenda anticipates and prepares for a future that may look very different from today. Stay ahead of the curve with two of BCG’s podcasts: First, Imagine This..., a podcast for CEOs that imagines where the next big disruptions might emerge and explores tangible actions CEOs can take now to get ready. Secondly, CEO Digest, which bridges human insights with AI efficiency to deliver big impact in a short podcast for busy CEOs.

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Imagine This...

Explore CEO preparedness for future disruptions with Imagine This... by BCG, a podcast that helps CEOs consider possible futures for our world—and their businesses.

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CEO Digest: CEO Strategies for Cybersecurity and Climate Adaptation

This month, BCG’s AI conversational agent GENE and editor in chief Paul Michelman take on CEOs’ toughest challenges: cyber threats, climate change, and responsible AI. They highlight the opportunities and obstacles for CEOs, as outlined in BCG’s recent thought leadership. And they call out the steps CEOs can take today.

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Generative AI

We are in the throes of a once-in-a-generation technological revolution, as generative AI systems and tools promise to transform entire industries and our everyday lives. To be an industry leader by the next decade, CEOs need a clear and compelling generative AI strategy today. Explore our latest AI insights.

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Cost Management

Effective CEOs don’t make quick cuts to manage costs. They address underlying issues and manage costs holistically to reinvest in future growth, stability, and strategy. Explore the full range of BCG’s cost management insights to help ensure your leadership builds a company that is leaner, faster, and stronger.

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BCG Executive Perspectives

BCG Executive Perspectives offer insights on global topics that matter most to leaders in the public and private sectors. Explore the latest edition from our team of experts.



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