New Study from Padilla Reveals C-suite Perspectives on Workplace and Business Trends – Business Wire

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Padilla’s third annual C-suite Perspectives study, released in April 2025, provides insights into the evolving priorities and challenges faced by today’s top executives. The study surveyed over 100 C-suite executives and 1,000 employed adults, supplemented by in-depth interviews with nearly 50 leaders.

Key Findings:

Leadership Mindset: Executives are emphasizing confidence, flexibility, humility, stoicism, and a growth mindset to navigate 2025’s complexities.
Change Readiness: 67% of C-suite leaders believe their employees are ready to embrace organizational changes, though employee sentiment varies.
Employee Well-being: While 50% of executives think employee well-being has improved, only 29% of employees agree, indicating a perception gap.
Executive Turnover: The “Great Executive Resignation” continues, with a 7-point increase in leaders stepping back earlier than before.
ESG and DEI Strategies: Leaders are re-evaluating their approaches to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives amid external pressures.
AI Adoption: 83% of executives are adopting AI to enhance product and service quality, though 24% of employees view AI as a potential threat.

For a comprehensive overview, the full study is available on Padilla’s website.