LoginOur next CEO must love the word ‘no’
Meaningful change doesn't happen without overcoming opposition
Posted 14 December 2020 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Opinion|Inside Trading Standards|National
OPINION: The next CTSI chief executive must be willing to challenge government, reject easy compromises and rebuild the profession’s influence after austerity, Brexit and COVID-19 exposed the need for stronger leadership.
Anyone lucky enough to get tickets to see the musical <em>Hamilton</em> will be aware of a song involving King George III asking the question, what happens after George Washington leaves office? It is humorous, questioning the soul of America and the direction it is likely to take in Washington's absence.
Most organisations and government agencies usually aim for consisten...
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