Reddit meter
The CEO Next Door
288 pages, 2018
The way we view CEOs--and the path to becoming one--is wrong. Only 7 percent of today's top companies had CEOs who graduated from an elite college or business school. And 8 percent never graduated from college at all. To become a CEO, you don't need a perfect track record; in fact, people who have become CEOs have on average had five to seven career setbacks on their way to the top. Drawing on the biggest dataset of CEOs in the world--in-depth analysis of 2,600 leaders, drawn from a database of 17,000 CEOs, as well as 13,000 hours of interviews--The CEO Next Door is crammed full of myth-busting andcounter-intuitivee insights into what it really takes to get ahead. Discover how actual CEOs of top companies think and behave--and which traits you should develop if you want to make your ambitions a reality and take your career right to the top.
Elena Botelho's research in The CEO Next Door shows that success is not about where you come from or what school you went to. It's about your actions and decisions. So, don't worry if you didn't go to an Ivy League school, you can still make it big!
Botelho found that the most successful CEOs are reliable. They deliver on their promises and are consistent in their actions. If you want to climb the corporate ladder, start by being someone people can count on.
In The CEO Next Door, it's clear that the ability to adapt to change is a crucial trait for success. The business world is always evolving, and those who can pivot and adjust are the ones who stay ahead. So, keep learning and stay flexible!
Botelho's research shows that successful CEOs are decisive. They make decisions quickly and confidently. If you're someone who tends to waffle or second-guess yourself, it might be time to work on your decision-making skills.
In The CEO Next Door, you'll see that successful CEOs aren't afraid to make mistakes. In fact, they see them as learning opportunities. So, don't be afraid to take risks and make mistakes - they could lead to your biggest successes.
Quotes 3
The CEO Next Door is a compelling deep dive into what really matters in achieving the top job and leading successfully. It's a must-read for anyone aspiring to rise.
Adam Grant - Organizational psychologistThe CEO Next Door is an insightful, rigorously researched and practical guide for anyone looking to ascend to a CEO position. It demystifies the path to the top and helps to eliminate the fear of the unknown.
Daniel Pink - Bestselling AuthorThe CEO Next Door is THE essential guide for every aspiring professional. It breaks down the walls of the executive suite and delivers a proven, fact-based path to great leadership.
Marshall Goldsmith - Leadership coachRecommendations
1
The CEO Next Door found in libraries
1Best Business Books
Are you starting your own business? These Best Business Books will help you reach for the stars.