CMO Confidential
ZRG Partners| The Top 5 Mistakes CEOs and Boards Make When Hiring CMOs| Kate Bullis and David Wiser
04 Mar 2025
A CMO Confidential Interview with Kate Bullis and David Wiser, Managing Partners and Global Marketing Practice Leaders for ZRG Partners. Kate and David translate their extensive search experience to classify common mistakes into "movie themes" and share tips on how to recognize if you are directing or reading for a part in a disaster film. From "Play It Again, Sam," to "No, No, It's Really A CMO Role!" to "Death by Committee!" they describe the all-too-familiar plotlines and how to tear apart the hype from the facts. Hints: Look at the dashboard, listen to the questions and beware of the "Hands on the keyboard" role. Tune in to hear why companies should focus on outcomes versus qualifications and why you should always check your Zoom background.Key topics include:- The pitfalls of seeking "playbook-only" candidates.- Why expecting a CMO to be an "orchestra of one" can backfire.- The dangers of hiring for a limited role disguised as a CMO position.- How misalignment among decision-makers leads to "death by committee."- Practical advice for ensuring alignment between company goals and CMO expectations.Tune in to hear actionable insights on avoiding these hiring missteps and discover how to set your marketing leadership up for success in 2025 and beyond. Whether you're a CEO, Board member, or aspiring marketing leader, this episode offers invaluable lessons on leadership, strategy, and organizational growth.Donβt forget to like, share, and subscribe for more candid conversations and expert advice. Stay tuned for more episodes of "CMO Confidential," where we explore the drama, decisions, and strategies at the heart of marketing leadership.#talentacquisition #recruitmentagency #mistakeofhiringpeople #hiringmistakes #freelancerecruiterCHAPTERS:00:00 - AI-Powered Digital Experiences at Adobe Summit00:38 - CMO Confidential Insights01:57 - CMO Job Market Trends 202506:06 - Theme 1: Play It Again Sam10:39 - Theme 2: I Want the Orchestra14:58 - Understanding the CMO Role19:34 - Importance of Specialization22:32 - Challenges of Committee Decisions25:23 - The Mystery of Bad Movies28:10 - Final Questions32:50 - Free Registration for Adobe SummitSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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