This quotation is attributed to the philosopher Seneca “the young” : “Errare humanum est, perseverare diabolicum.” Which translated means “Error is human, to persevere in error is evil.” Each company is made up of men and women dedicated to a cause, aiming (usually) towards the same goal. That being the case, none of us has […]
Interim management utilizes experienced professionals to solve the major problems of a company. When big issues are at stake, companies do not always have the necessary profiles to deal with the crisis. Interim Managers Profiles The main requests for interim management usually consist of General Managers, Financial Managers, Human Resources Directors, Production Managers, Digital Production […]
The crisis has passed … a semblance of calm returns, and the teams seem to work as before. But following a crisis, many leaders remain worried. Will the activities really restart as before? Is the image of the company impacted? If yes, to what extent? Is there a standard deficit to be expected after a […]
The common groups that make the global configuration of a company are known to all. They are made of employees or collaborators, then the management, and sometimes members of the board of directors. To be a manager is both a humanly rewarding work, and a daily challenge for some. How to manage men and women […]
The assessment of performance, in the form of an appreciation system, arrived in France in the 1950s. This moment between managers and employees sometimes gives rise to apprehension, sometimes appreciation. For some, the performance evaluation seems perfectly useless. Whatever one thinks, the idea that a manager cares about the productivity of his teams is a […]
Some cultures promote exchange and sharing of opinions through clear and open communication. On the contrary, other cultures are more reserved or are developing more radical communication codes. Each company finds, according to its origins and its culture, custom-made communication codes. In France, the country of the “Revolution” and freedom, expressing one’s personal point of […]
One of the main reasons why some managers and entrepreneurs give up on their ideas is the non-achievement of professional goals. Setting goals is a must to be a successful manager. But how to set goals and achieve them properly? What types of goals are we talking about? Setting goals for yourself is actually quite […]
Change Management is the time of support for a company during restructuration, changes in work processes, structural and human reorganizations … etc. The transformation of companies is generally due to many months of reflection on possible improvements, for a business model that is more efficient and more adequate to current economic needs. Transformation is this […]
No doubt you have already heard, or maybe you yourself said these words: “a meeting well prepared is a meeting that ends on time.” The necessity of team meeting is discussed more and more often because its benefits are sometimes hard to find. A waste of time? Often, that’s what employees feel at the end […]
“Change happens now…” This catchphrase, which has been well known for several years now thanks to certain French politicians, pretty well indicates what digital transformation is. At the heart of the 21st century, the concept of digital transformation is not new in itself. The emergence of the Internet in the 90s and its standardization in […]
“The root of the work is sometimes bitter, but the flavor of its fruits is always exquisite.” – Victor Hugo This quote couldn’t be more accurate ! Many trades offer a diversity that keeps us steadfast and determined in our professional life. But where does our joy at work really come from? A need for […]
Experienced interim managers know that each mission requires adaptation, which will be more or less easy. Even if broad general principles often apply, each mission has its share of “tailor-made” moments and decisions. Sometimes choices are harder to make, and it is almost a decision made in according to one’s personal conscience. In our economic […]
Is the Interim Manager an Entrepreneur? Many businesses arise today, born out of a fairly recent professional revolution. The founders of these new companies, often start-ups, almost all identify themselves as entrepreneurs. What is an Entrepreneur? An entrepreneur is the one who undertakes a new approach, the one who begins something new, the one who […]
Personal Training: A need for Interim Managers? “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” – Benjamin Franklin Some things just don’t have a price. In the current economic system, everything has to be bankable, companies expenses must decrease and competitiveness grow. For that to happen, companies must first of all focus on internal […]
How to enjoy a useful vacation when you are a manager? Here are 5 tips! Here it is, the month of August has arrived! Summer is always a very special moment. It’s time for the turnover between those who go on vacation in July and those who leave in August, the time where companies are […]
Jean DUGAS’ interview Interim Management is very regularly requested in the field of HR. Real pillars of the company, HR managers require many skills and human qualities in order to achieve, often, demanding interim projects. What is the role of interim managers involved in Human Resources? What type of communication is to be developed in […]
Monday, May 22nd marks the start of an incredible 15 day long season. No, not spring turning into summer, but rather the Roland Garros tennis tournament, widely known as the French Open. This is a 2 week long party for tennis lovers. One of the characteristics of this tournament is the surface the players are […]
The necessary resource of an up to date company. At a time where national groups and intermediate sized companies are facing the drastic changes that hit international companies 10 years ago, it seems necessary that a change of course be lead by an experienced leader. The difficulty decision-makers face is being able to rely on […]
Last Sunday, April 9th, the 41st edition of the “Marathon de Paris” took place. It was a beautiful journey that severely tested the physical and mental capacities of 43,754 runners over a distance of precisely 42.195 kilometers. And every runner knows that endurance is the key to success when facing such a challenge. Of course, […]
When facing critical times, (and as a reminder we’re in a crisis since the end of 2008!), French people focus their interest on simple values they hold dear : their family and hobbies. Recreational moments are now creative moments, and people enjoy simple thematic holidays (for example, lodging on a farm and participating in daily […]
Now that the Cannes film festival is about to be declared open, journalists and photographers are rushing toward the Côte d’Azur. Paparazzi and fans of all ages rub shoulders for about 10 days, long enough to admire international stars of the seventh art. Whether rising stars or seasoned professionals, actors, directors, producers and writers compete […]
Taking risks is a permanent aspect of a manager’s life. Very often, leadership is under attack when big decisions must be taken or new measures must be applied within the team. How do experienced managers use recent events to be success influencers? How does fear paralyze? The desire to be exemplary or the pressure to […]
How good it is for managers to feel the satisfaction of a full day of work! Each completed task feels like a piece of a puzzle that leads to satisfaction. There is nothing better than feeling efficient in our professional life! Interim Managers, however, go far beyond that : they have the need to see […]
Web conference panel discussion on interim management.
Thursday 10 March 2016.
Reactive Executive has selected BFM Business for its prime-time TV campaign. BFM Business is France’s most-watched news network.
Interim management means using your expertise, flexibility and effectiveness and quickly grasping the issues…
The manager fully met our objectives…
The contributions of the Reactive Executive interim managers were crucial in getting through this difficult period.
Dorothée Baude founded Reactive Executive in 2012. Introducing her interim management firm and the challenges of this business, she also tells us about her story.
The number of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) has reached an all-time high. Examples include Nokia-Alcatel-Lucent, Heinz-Kraft and Shell-BG to name but a few. And the trend is set to continue.
