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The Seven Tests of A CEO

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In The CEO Test by the always insightful Adam Bryant and by the former Amgen president and CEO Kevin Sharer, they present seven tests that really all leaders face in one form or another. They call it the CEO test because the intensity and consequences of these challenges grow as you move into higher levels of leadership.

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Leadership Matters

N2Growth Blog

CEO Interview: Sam Walsh. This edition of the CEO interview features Sam Walsh, the recently retired CEO, of Rio Tinto. Since taking up the CEO seat at Rio Tinto Sam has steered the business through a torrid industry downturn and firmly positioned them for new growth. (as featured in mining.com). On with the interview.

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The Disconnected Leader | N2Growth Blog

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The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO.

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Common Purpose Leadership

Leading Blog

For example: Emphasize One Goal – Gordon Bethune, CEO of Continental Airlines, recognized that his customers valued on-time performance. Simon Cooper, president and CEO of Ritz-Carlton, calls this “scriptless service”. Becoming CEO is not a coronation, it’s a promotion. And CEOs can’t do everything.

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When to Restructure | N2Growth Blog

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This is so much the case that some CEOs will avoid restructuring initiatives at all costs. My question is this…since when have fear and avoidance become prerequisites for success as a CEO? What do great CEOs do when the business model, the strategic plan, and the revenue hurdles don’t seem to be in alignment?

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First Impressions | N2Growth Blog

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Share and Enjoy: View Comments Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Thanks for your comment Gordon. Thanks for stopping by Gordon. Clogston Hi, Mike. Once again, you have nailed it. I agree fully that, at least on a subconscious if not conscious level we are constantly judging and being judged.

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Leading Those Who Don't Want To Follow | N2Growth Blog

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If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? If you’re a CEO who doesn’t leverage conflict for team building and leadership development purposes you’re missing a great opportunity. Share and Enjoy: View Comments Gordon R.

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