What dozens of experienced CEOs wish someone had told them before they assumed the hot seat.
“Aspiring CEOs need to be careful what they wish for; the job has its downsides too.” - A seasoned CEO
Many business school graduates see the CEO job as the pinnacle of one’s career. As a result, they work hard to get there or, if they feel their path is blocked, leave the big company to become CEO of their own start-up, sometimes with huge success. Yet those who achieve that hallowed CEO status often face enormous unforeseen challenges that make them wonder whether it was all worth it. And with good reason, because these challenges tend to lead to increased stress. This, in turn, has a detrimental impact on their career and home life.
