Welcome to our blog post series “SME CEO and External Support.” As the leader of a small to medium-sized enterprise, the role of a CEO comes with a unique set of challenges and responsibilities that demand a diverse skill set and a dynamic approach to leadership. This series aims to unravel the intricacies of external support for SME CEOs, exploring how outside expertise and networks can not only bolster individual leadership capabilities but also propel the entire organisation forward. 

We’ll delve into the various facets of external assistance that can be a game-changer for SME leaders. Join us as we uncover the benefits, strategies, and insights on integrating external support into the growth narrative of an SME.

This blog post series gathers thoughts from Aamu Partners’ Tuomas Paananen and CEO CF’s Tony wood. Aamu Partners is a company assisting SME CEO’s to reach their goals and grow their shareholder value. The CEO CF is a forum where selected leaders collaborate to build trust, share insights, learn from others’ experiences, and develop into respected leaders in society and their organisations. Through this post, we present dual perspectives from these seasoned business consultants and leadership experts.

Read the articles: 

• Part 1: When Should SMEs Seek External Support?
• Part 2: What value external support provides to SME’s CEO?
• Part 3: Should the support for the CEO be independent or dependent on the company?
• Part 4: Six typical arguments against outside help, and why they are wrong
• Part 5: Why does a seasoned CEO also need a coach?