Just back from two excellent days at Accountex UK 2025, and as always, the value came not just from the headline topics but from the opportunity to step out of the day-to-day and reflect on where our profession is headed and what that means for how we support businesses.

We often hear that great leaders delegate, but what if we're delegating the wrong way? A recent article in the Harvard Business Review caught my attention; it challenges some long-held beliefs about time management and leadership. The piece, titled Leaders Shouldn’t Try to Do It All, presents an approach that moves beyond simply prioritizing important tasks.

Leadership in times of crisis requires vision, determination, and a capacity to prioritize amidst chaos. Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America (BOA), exemplified these qualities when he assumed leadership during one of the most tumultuous periods in the bank’s history.

In times of significant global uncertainty that include geopolitical tensions and rapid technological changes, it's crucial for leaders to strategically plan for the long term. This is why I read with great interest Jamie Dimon’s letter to shareholders that was circulated in recent weeks.