Advertising Disclosure

Participation in Affiliate Programmes

Leaders Edge participates in various affiliate marketing programmes, which means we may earn commissions when you click on links to external products or services and make purchases. These affiliate relationships include:

• Educational Resources: Links to books, courses, and learning platforms that may provide commission-based compensation
• Business Tools and Software: Recommendations for professional development tools where we may receive referral fees
• Partner Services: Connections to complementary professional services that may result in affiliate compensation

When you make a purchase through an affiliate link, the price you pay is not affected. The commission we receive comes from the seller at no additional cost to you.

Commission-Based Compensation Explained

We may receive financial compensation through various commission structures:

• Per-sale commissions when you purchase products or services through our links
• Referral fees for directing enquiries to partner organisations
• Ongoing commissions for subscription services you maintain
• Partnership revenue from collaborative ventures with other organisations

Product Recommendation Policies

Our commitment to providing value guides all recommendations:

• We only recommend products, services, or resources we genuinely believe may benefit our audience
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial judgement or integrity
• We strive to provide balanced perspectives and consider alternatives
• The existence of an affiliate relationship does not guarantee a recommendation

Financial Relationship Transparency

We believe in full disclosure of our financial relationships. When we have a material financial interest in a product, service, or organisation mentioned on our website, we will clearly disclose this relationship. This allows you to consider any potential bias and make informed decisions about the information we present and recommendations we make.

Identification of Paid Content

We may occasionally feature sponsored content or paid promotions from partners. All sponsored content will be clearly identified with appropriate disclosure labels such as:

• "Sponsored by" or "In partnership with" labels
• "Paid promotion" or "Advertisement" designations
• Clear disclosure statements at the beginning of sponsored articles

Sponsored Post Labelling Policies

While we may accept compensation for sponsored content, we maintain editorial control over all materials published on our platform. Sponsors may provide topics or suggestions, but final content decisions rest with Leaders Edge. We reserve the right to decline sponsored content that does not align with our values or serve our audience's interests. All sponsored content must meet the same quality standards as our regular content.

Brand Partnership Disclosures

We may enter into partnerships with brands and organisations that align with our mission of executive leadership development. These partnerships may involve various forms of collaboration, including content creation, event sponsorship, or programme support. When such partnerships exist, we will clearly communicate the nature of the relationship to maintain transparency with our audience.

Content Authenticity Guarantees

Regardless of whether content is sponsored or organic, we commit to providing authentic, accurate, and valuable information. Our editorial standards apply equally to all content. Sponsored content does not receive preferential treatment in terms of visibility or promotion beyond clearly marked promotional placements. We maintain a clear separation between advertising and editorial content.

Display Advertising Networks

We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may include:

• Google AdSense or similar advertising platforms
• Professional network advertising services
• Industry-specific advertising networks

These networks serve advertisements based on various factors, including your browsing behaviour and interests. We do not control the specific advertisements displayed by these networks.

Behavioural Targeting Disclosure

Some advertisements on our website may be personalised based on your browsing behaviour across different websites. This practice, known as behavioural targeting or interest-based advertising, uses cookies and similar technologies to track your online activities. For more information about cookies and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Cookie Usage for Advertising

Third-party advertising networks may place cookies on your device to deliver targeted advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. These cookies may track your visits to our website and other sites to build a profile of your interests. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences or by using the cookie management tools on our Cookie Policy page.

Ad Personalization Practices

We participate in advertising programmes that use your information to show you more relevant advertisements. These practices may include retargeting, where you see advertisements for our services after visiting our website, or contextual advertising based on the content you view. You have the right to opt out of personalised advertising through your cookie preferences or browser settings.

Advertisement Preference Management

You have several options for managing advertising on our website:

• Adjust cookie settings through our Cookie Policy page to limit advertising tracking
• Use browser settings to block or delete advertising cookies
• Opt out of interest-based advertising through industry opt-out programmes
• Install ad-blocking software or browser extensions to limit advertisements

Opt-Out Procedures

If you wish to opt out of personalised advertising or limit data collection for advertising purposes, you may do so through various methods including browser settings, cookie preferences on our website, and third-party opt-out tools. Please note that opting out of personalised advertising does not mean you will stop seeing advertisements entirely; rather, the advertisements you see may be less relevant to your interests.

Data Collection for Advertising

Information collected for advertising purposes may include your browsing behaviour, device information, location data, and interaction with advertisements. This data is used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness. For detailed information about data collection practices, please review our Privacy Policy. You have the right to request information about and deletion of data collected for advertising purposes.

Rights Under Privacy Regulations

Under applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR, you have specific rights regarding data used for advertising purposes. These rights include accessing your data, requesting corrections, objecting to processing, and requesting deletion. To exercise these rights or learn more about your privacy options, please contact us using the information provided below or refer to our Privacy Policy.