I’ve met thousands of CEOs – good ones, bad ones, short ones, tall ones, new ones and seasoned ones.
I feel strongly that the CEO, despite the accomplishments made by other members of the team, is the key person who most often correlates to the success of the company. The VP of sales might argue that he or she brings in the revenue. The CTO might take credit for building the product. And the VP of marketing could say they’re responsible for putting it all together and bringing it to market. But it’s the leader at the top that’s the key driver behind how well a company will ultimately perform.
So, what makes a great CEO? It comes down to a few things:
A great CEO leads. They lead the team by creating a strong culture among the troops and continually fueling a vibrant “esprit de corps.” They put together the financing. I have observed that they do not just point the way – they say, “Follow me up the mountain, and I will show you the way.”
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Author:Jeanne M. Sullivan
