Top 10 Themes for your next Leadership Team Retreat

In recent years, the headlines have been littered with stories of high-profile leadership missteps that have left employees disillusioned, companies reeling, and reputations tarnished. These cautionary tales serve as stark reminders of how even seasoned executives can falter under the weight of their responsibilities or fail to read the room.

Take, for instance, AirAsia’s CEO Tony Fernandes, who sparked a storm of criticism for an inappropriate social media post. The post, which many found to be tone-deaf, highlighted how leaders can sometimes misjudge the public’s expectations of their behavior. Similarly, Andi Owen, the former CEO of MillerKnoll, faced backlash for making insensitive comments during a town hall meeting—a moment that was meant to rally employees but instead alienated them.

Another striking example is the recent uproar surrounding Baldvin, a US-based CEO, who reportedly fired 99 employees following a missed meeting. The news, shared by an intern on Reddit, quickly went viral, igniting widespread outrage and painting a grim picture of leadership disconnected from empathy and foresight.

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