Two primary characteristics set They’re also more likely to be at the very top level of proficiency for six critical skills relative to other CHROs: advanced in systems these high achievers apart: their thinking, financial acumen, leadership, technology and data, skillset and their connections. strategic talent development, and business acumen. Figure 3 The skills to lead High-Res CHROs are more likely to be at the highest level of proficiency across six key skillsets, compared with their peers Compared to other CHROs, leaders are at a higher level of proficiency across all skills measured in our research. Likelihood to score at Figure 2 highest level Skillsets of proficiency High-Res CHROs High-Res CHROs are more proficient than their peers Systems +52% synthesize internal and external complexities and spot connections holistically across all skills measured thinking versus individually, applying those insights to accelerate change Financial +44% apply deep expertise on financial topics (e.g., P&L, financial data) when making Leadership Communication acumen decisions and taking action Systems thinking Strategic talent Technology and data Leadership +44% drive strategic outcomes through aligning, inspiring and motivating others to development skills work toward a common goal Emotional intelligence Collaboration Technology +39% continuously evolve their understanding of what’s possible for the business, and data skills people and communities using tech and data Talent engagement Creativity Strategic create vibrant career opportunities by combining knowledge of how people talent +39% learn and grow with awareness of the skills and capabilities the organization Research skills Ability to execute development needs to stay competitive Inclusion/cultural Financial acumen Business recognize how their business/industry functions and what drives success, awareness Business acumen +25% while translating that into actions that impact the bottom line and create value acumen for all stakeholders Leading CHROs Other CHROs Scores are presented as means on a 3-pt. proficiency scale. Data from n=570 CHRO survey responses Data from n=570 CHRO survey responses 11