Chicago Booth Review Podcast

Do companies hire the right CEOs?

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Sep 25, 2024
Steve Kaplan, an expert on C-suite hiring and CEO performance, dives into the complexities of selecting the right CEOs. He reveals that successful CEO traits often differ from those of other executives, highlighting skills like decision-making, execution, and charisma. Kaplan warns against merely favoring likability over effectiveness in hiring practices. He explores how trends in CEO characteristics have evolved while certain core traits remain constant, using examples from iconic leaders to emphasize the crucial balance of execution skills and interpersonal abilities.
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