Volatile, competitive, complex - that's business today. Top executives have more and more pressure amidst greater isolation. Boards of directors, investors, colleagues, friends, and the media freely offer advice, opinions, and criticism. But while friends and others care, they can't be objective. And indecision or a misstep can be disastrous.

CEO Group Partners understand the issues. They parlay business expertise and psychological acumen to rapidly solve problems in a straightforward and practical manner. Decades of experience are continually enhanced by interaction and work with the best and brightest of top executives. Specific steps are suggested after only minutes or a day of discussion.

Referred to as the CEO's consigliere, the CEO's coach, and my "secret weapon", Soder designed advisory services to meet a top or senior executive's needs. This advice and counsel is available through a variety of engagements: retainer, equity, hourly and specific assignments ranging from several months to one day.

The CEO Group's success in solving clients' problems has enabled us to avoid advertising and ensured exceptional confidentiality and the highest of ethics. Many clients proudly acclaim (even brag about) their involvement with this elite firm - but the partners guard confidentiality, even at significant business and financial cost to the CEO Group. Clients praise their integrity and ability to "walk the ethical tight rope." Many acclaimed leaders and role models credit the CEO Group for getting them through the tougher times and building on success.