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The CEO journey: Finding success at every stage

The much-coveted CEO role is the pinnacle for many talented senior executives. Developing certain attributes can help them get there—and leave a legacy.

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Reflect

Aspiring CEO candidates need foresight, boldness, and humility to secure the top job. But first, they should ask themselves whether they want the role for the right reasons.

Renew

The best new CEOs are quick to treat their transitions into the role as an opportunity for renewal—both for themselves and the organizations they lead.

Reset

Mid-tenure CEOs may need to push past a plateau point. Recalibrating and setting a new learning agenda can help leaders avoid complacency and find sustained momentum.

Release

A graceful transition out of the CEO role is as crucial as a good start. Open communication during succession planning can help cement one’s legacy and protect the bottom line.

Reinvent

The most successful CEOs reinvent themselves at every stage of their tenure—and cultivate attributes that foster organizational excellence.