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Preparing CEOs for success [electronic resource] : "what I wish I knew" / CEO study sponsored by William R. Johnson ; lead researchers and authors, Leslie W. Braksick, James S. Hillgren.

Braksick, Leslie W. (Author). Hillgren, James S. (Added Author). Johnson, William R., 1949- (Added Author). Schroyer, Fred. (Editor). Scattaregia, Jim. (Illustrator).

Summary:

"Here, in their own voices, more than two-dozen CEOs from top global companies tell you "What I Wish I Knew" prior to taking the top job. They reveal what future CEOs--and leaders at all levels--need to do to prepare for and navigate tomorrow's leadership challenges"--P. [4] of cover.

Record details

ISBN: 9780692015346 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 0692015345 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 9780692015353 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 0692015353 (electronic bk.)
Physical Description: 1 online resource (xii, 216 p.) ill.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Pittsburgh, Pa. : H. J. Heinz Co., c2010.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"Hard-learned, hard-earned wisdom based on interviews with America's top CEOs"--Cover. "CEO handbook included"--Cover.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references.
Formatted Contents Note:	What we discovered -- The CEO prerequisites: Personal qualities and attributes ; Career experiences ; Management practices I have learned -- The CEO handbook: Preparing well for the job ; The handoff from the previous chairman/CEO ; Leading your new team ; Working with your board of directors ; Being CEO to the outside world ; Combating the isolation of the job ; Managing the work-life imbalance ; Do's and don'ts for your succession.