The Journal

Insights for CEOs.

Notes on clarity, decisions, accountability, and the rhythm of leadership. Written by Andrzej from 25 years in the CEO seat and several hundred coaching conversations since.

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See how much you can transform in just 14 days

Most CEOs underestimate how much they can truly change in just two weeks. But what if 14 days could redefine not only your business, but also your role in it?

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Critical moment to step up and prepare for what's next

As we close October, we officially enter the final stretch of the year. Only two months remain in 2025, the time to finish strong and the perfect moment to start shaping next year.

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3 myths that kept me stuck as a CEO (and how I broke them)

After 25 years as a CEO, building, growing, and eventually selling my businesses, I realized that some of the biggest limitations in my career didn't come from the market.

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Mastery over hardship, and what's coming next

I just landed back in Europe a few hours ago after an incredible few days in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was an extraordinary event, a gathering of entrepreneurs from around the world.

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Q4 is here: it's time to show up and perform

We've just entered Q4, the most decisive stretch of the year. In most industries, this is the period that determines whether budgets are met or missed.

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It's not just you. Every CEO feels this way. The Monaco realization.

I've just returned from the Monaco Yacht Show, the world's most prestigious gathering of premium yachts and luxury brands. Walking through the harbor surrounded by success, I realized something.

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Branding lessons from the Genoa International Boat Show

This week I've been at the 65 Salone Nautico Internazionale di Genova, one of the most prestigious yachting trade shows in Europe.

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Gold, silver, bronze, and the role of the coach

This past Sunday at the Ironman World Championship in Nice, France, history was made. Three Norwegians stood on the podium, gold, silver, and bronze.

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How much do your 1-on-1s really tell you?

How are your one-on-one meetings with your directors working for you? I ask this all the time to the CEOs I coach, and the answers are always revealing.

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Monday hits.

Your inbox is exploding. Your calendar's packed. And those 1-on-1 meetings start in 12 minutes. You want to be a great leader, support your people, drive results.

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It's that time of year again.

The pressure is on to meet the budget. You need to hit the targets and execute on the plan for this year. But too many 1-on-1 meetings aren't about what really matters.

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Your 1-on-1s can make or break Q4, here's how to get them right

Vacations are over. September is here, and with it, the most intense stretch of the year begins. From now until December, it's game time.

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