HBR On Leadership What Top Performing CEOs Really Do
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Apr 21, 2023 Elena Botelho, co-leader of the CEO Genome Project, uncovers the truth behind successful CEOs, challenging the myth of charismatic leaders with Ivy League backgrounds. She emphasizes that high performance stems from decisiveness, adaptability, and delivering results. Botelho discusses how true leadership depends on learned behaviors, the importance of team dynamics, and learning from failures rather than sticking to stereotypes. She highlights that small changes can drastically improve leadership skills, making a case for a more inclusive approach in CEO selection.
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Stereotypes vs. Reality
- The stereotype of a successful CEO as a charismatic, Ivy League-educated white male is inaccurate.
- Real CEO success comes from controllable behaviors like decisiveness, adaptability, and delivering results.
Introversion and CEO Effectiveness
- Introverts are slightly more likely to be effective CEOs than extroverts.
- However, behavior matters more than inherent traits.
Education and CEO Performance
- Educational background doesn't determine CEO success.
- CEOs with Ivy League degrees perform similarly to those without college degrees.