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Marija Zivanovic-Smith is the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer of IEX. She is known for her strategic vision that keeps brands ahead of the curve, anticipating global trends and providing transformational brand leadership, digital and growth marketing strategies, and helping businesses enter new markets and business lines. At IEX she leads the strategic marketing, brand and communications, and government affairs functions to help drive growth for IEX’s exchange and technology businesses as IEX enters the digital asset space. A seasoned technology executive with experiences spanning from Fortune 500 companies (IBM, NCR) to start-ups, Zivanovic-Smith is passionate about her community and financial inclusion. She served as a White House appointee to the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council as the U.S. business representative, received the Serbian Medal of Honor for positive impact on the nation's economy, and serves on the Board of Trustees of Browne Academy, and as a Digital Supply Chain Initiative fellow.
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To bring out the best in their remote teams, managers must adapt their leadership styles to meet each employee’s unique needs, preferences, and work habits. Flexibility is essential to effective leadership, especially in remote and hybrid work environments. But flexibility doesn’t mean being hands-off or vague—it means knowing your people well enough to lead them intentionally, based on who they are and how they thrive. To that end, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members offer advice on how today’s managers can adapt their leadership approach to meet the needs of remote team members. From customizing communication styles to co-creating expectations, these strategies offer practical guidance for leading with empathy, clarity, and results.
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Here's how to master daily leadership responsibilities without burning out. What does an effective leader look like? Oftentimes, what comes to mind is an individual who can successfully balance daily workflow, foster positive team relations, and handle an unforeseen crisis calmly and collectively. But strong leaders have another secret ingredient up their sleeves. They realize how important it is to manage their most valuable resources: time and energy. As a leader, being intentional about where to invest your focus can significantly enhance your productivity. Below, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share their insights on other tried and true habits every successful executive should practice regularly.
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Sharing your unique, informed perspective can influence and spark conversations within your industry. Here's how to do it. Building a strong thought leadership presence can help leaders and brands open doors to new partnerships, strengthen their reputation, and differentiate their expertise in a crowded market. But becoming a recognized thought leader requires strategy, credibility, and a clear point of view. Below, Fast Company Executive Board members share their proven strategies to help leaders and brands establish meaningful thought leadership. Follow their recommendations to craft an effective approach and measure its impact.
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Nov 10, 2023
AI is moving forward—full speed ahead—whether we are ready to embrace it or not. What’s essential is ensuring that we, as women, have a seat at the table when it comes to shaping the future of AI and the tools it employs.
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Just as Web 2.0 brought a kaleidoscope of new opportunities from smartphones to social networks, Web3 is bringing the next wave of tools and innovations.
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IEX
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IEX Group, Inc (“IEX”) builds technology that levels the playing field. We are passionate problem-solvers determined to remove barriers to equal opportunity and sustainable growth. Founded in 2012, IEX launched a new kind of securities exchange in 2016 that combined a transparent business model with innovative design to protect investors and enhance market integrity. Today, we’re applying our experience and game-changing technology to advance competitive markets and help scalable, sustainable, and innovative businesses thrive in other industries. Through our Exchange, Digital Assets and Technology groups, IEX provides high-performance infrastructure that helps people access financial markets and seize new opportunities for growth. Learn more about IEX at iex.io.