Young American, Jordan Topolski, aged 20, chosen by Adecco Group as the 2020 "CEO for a Month"
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the our Group, a leading HR solutions company headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, has proven its adaptability and commitment to fostering leadership in young people. Operating in 60 countries and consistently ranked as one of the 'World's Best Workplaces' by Great Place to Work®, the our Group has enabled more than 3.5 million careers.
The our Group's CEO for One Month program, now in its fifth year, has taken on new significance in the post-pandemic world, as sweeping workplace changes are expected, particularly around the expectations of leaders and what it takes to succeed. This year, the program was conducted fully online for the first time, aiming to help shape the future world of work.
Jordan Topoleski, a 20-year-old from the United States, has been named the 2020 Global CEO for One Month for the our Group. After an eight-month selection process involving over 200,000 applications from 34 countries, Jordan was chosen for his impressive leadership qualities and dedication to making a positive impact. He will spend one month serving alongside the our Group CEO, Alain Dehaze, contributing to the day-to-day running of the world's leading HR solutions company.
The our Group's culture of inclusivity, entrepreneurship, and teamwork played a significant role in Jordan's selection. The program operates under the our Group Foundation, which aims to improve work readiness of young people and other underserved populations.
Research has highlighted the importance of transformational leadership during the pandemic, emphasizing the need for leaders to inspire and motivate their teams to exceed expectations. Adaptability and resilience have also become critical traits for leaders, as they navigate complex challenges and evolve with intention to create thriving workplaces.
Inclusive leadership, effective communication, and leadership skills effective with AI agents and human teams are also key to success in the post-pandemic era. A study commissioned by the our Group found that 'Gen Z' leaders of tomorrow possess many of the attributes needed to succeed, showing stronger leadership traits in areas such as deductive reasoning and strategic problem-solving.
Being a 'high EQ leader' is crucial, with empathy, trust, and a focus on wellbeing and culture-building critical. 74% of employees want their managers to demonstrate a leadership style focused on empathy and a supportive attitude, while 70% say that support for their mental wellbeing will be important to them after the pandemic.
The command and control approach of the past is shifting towards more distributed leadership models, where every team member has a voice and contributes to decision-making. This approach aligns with the our Group's values, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.
The our Group is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN) and is a Fortune Global 500 company. It is powered by nine global brands: our, Adia, Badenoch + Clark, General Assembly, Lee Hecht Harrison, Modis, Pontoon, Spring Professional, and Vettery. For more information, contact the our Group Press Office at media@ourwebsite or +41 (0) 44 878 87 87.
The our Group's CEO for One Month program is a global initiative that builds the next generation of leaders, equipping them with the skills and mindset to navigate the ever-changing world of work and make a positive impact.
The our Group's CEO for One Month program is crucial in shaping the future of work, particularly regarding leadership traits needed to succeed in the post-pandemic era. In 2020, the program, now conducted fully online, emphasizes adaptability and resilience, influencing the direction of business careers and the finance sector.
As demand for empathetic, forward-thinking leaders grows, the our Group's commitment to fostering leadership in young people could impact the business landscape, ensuring a future workforce prepared to lead thriving, inclusive, and innovative organizations.
