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the business works ,” he says . “ One of the challenges can be you are not always as close to the products and the services offered , but what you lose in that , you gain elsewhere in terms of understanding how it all fits together .”
This is where the ‘ what next ’ question comes into play , as there are so many considerations for an executive in that phase of their career , such as what you find rewarding , what you still want to achieve , how long you plan to work for , and your own personal circumstances .
He considers the options that are available , like becoming a CPO in a dramatically different area , a move into the public sector , branching out into a COO role , advisory and consulting , non-exec directing , or building up a wide ranging portfolio of activities .
“ Another one I would say people should consider is advising and supporting procurement technology companies , and helping them navigate the procurement world . To bring leadership context and connectivity to that kind of growing company or alternately working with some advisory firms , either providing advice or working as a senior consultant , bringing forward all the great experience you have .”
It is this experience he argues that can open many other doors , like considering interim CPO placements that will bring with it diverse challenges and keep you fresh in new industries .
It is these new challenges that keep Jim motivated as he considers the next phase of his career , and he knows it is the underlying ambition that will drive many
22 September 2023