In 2015, I witnessed a troubling incident involving a colleague who had served as the company’s finance manager for five years. As the financial year drew to a close, the CEO decided to implement budget cuts to save money, proposing layoffs as the solution. Despite the finance manager presenting several viable alternatives to avoid job […]
In this post, Kamil Toume, author of the upcoming book “Chief Purpose Officer” set to release on March 31, 2025, emphasises the critical need for organisations to abandon outdated managerial mindsets. Toume stresses that this shift is essential for effectively fulfilling the Chief People Officer (CPO) role in today’s evolving business landscape. The author argues […]
Is your organisation stuck in an outdated managerial mindset? It’s time to unlock transformational leadership and command real impact! 💡✨ In Chief Purpose Officer, Kamil reveals the game-changing shift every organisation must make—moving beyond outdated management to a purpose-driven future. The secret? Empowering a Chief Purpose Officer (CPO) and establishing a Purpose Department to elevate […]
Kamil Toume, Chief Purpose Officer of Purpose Vanguards Int, clarifies one of the most misunderstood areas in business: the key distinction between management and leadership. The difference lies in their core focus—management is about overseeing assets, inventory, stocks, and shares, while leadership is about inspiring and empowering people. True leaders, such as Martin Luther King […]
Leadership is evolving. The old ways of management—focused solely on efficiency, control, and short-term gains—are no longer enough. Today, organisations must elevate leadership, inspire employees, fulfil customers, and drive meaningful transformation. The answer? The Chief Purpose Officer (CPO). If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or changemaker looking to reshape the future of your organisation, this book […]
We are excited to announce the official launch of Purpose Vanguards Int on 28th April 2025! Stay tuned for further details on the leadership movement, including the highly anticipated Chief Purpose Officer (CPO) Programme, and discover how you can join us on this transformative path. Let’s make purpose the new leadership standard. Greetings from Purpose […]
It’s true that much of the structure around us—social norms, institutions, and even some rules—can feel like they were created without a nuanced understanding of human potential or creativity. Nonconformists, in this context, often challenge outdated systems and pave the way for innovation and progress. However, true leadership isn’t just about rejecting norms; it’s about […]
Who is the boss? Who reports to whom? In organisations striving to eliminate the top-down approach, the concept of “boss” shifts. True leaders aim for equality rather than hierarchy. Both the CEO and the CPO hold equal status, without one being superior to the other. While the CEO’s responsibilities may be broader, it doesn’t imply […]
Moving from control to empowerment, from efficiency to engagement, and from rigid hierarchy to genuine collaboration. This isn’t about simply being ‘nice’—it’s about unleashing productivity, loyalty, and creativity through a more human-centered approach. To move forward, management must evolve into true leadership, defined by purpose, adaptability, and respect. By moving beyond outdated norms, we create […]
Kamil is thrilled to announce his upcoming major project, which he believes will mark a significant breakthrough in the leadership landscape
