Delivering despite difficult odds

摘要

When I applied for the role of chief executive at South Kesteven DC in November last year, I was excited about the potential the district offered and the chance to play a pivotal role in realising that potential. I knew it would be challenging, I had two years' experience as a local authority chief executive under my belt and, after more than 30 years working in the sector, 1 am under no illusion about how gritty and demanding the work can be. During the first 100 days as a chief executive you are working under a spotlight. Every meeting, speech, and action is forensically examined by council members, staff, stakeholders, and your peers across the sector. People are watching and will make up their minds about you as a leader and judge you on what you deliver. It is your chance to make your mark, set expectations and understand the culture; the pressure is on.