How To Be A CEO: Purpose. People. Performance.

by Ben Renshaw

The haloed CEO role is a rarified position which takes a special combination of the right mindset, skillset and tools to succeed. Many people aspire to the elevated heights of a CEO and crave the experience and versatility of the best in business - yet few have a clear pathway to develop their skills and put themselves in the picture for a big leadership role. Now, in  How to be a CEO , the experienced executive coach Ben Renshaw has conducted extensive research with CEOs from small, mid-size and large companies, Executive Committee members who work for CEOs and renowned Professors of Leadership, to distill the vital essence of what it takes to become a great CEO.
In recent years the world of work has experienced unprecedented change causing organizations, leaders, teams and individuals to rethink about what work means and what they want. It has given everyone the license to ask questions about how to work in better ways and to expect straight answers from relevant stakeholders. Never has it been more important to equip aspiring leaders with the skills to succeed, as well as helping existing CEOs build robust succession plans to ensure the sustainability of their organizations.
How to be a CEO  outlines a compelling journey to leadership greatness. Based on a simple 3P   Purpose, People & Performance  it provides a practical guide to accelerate leadership development for those who want to be at the front of evolution in the uncertain world of work. The book will help unlock your thinking about what you stand for as a leader and the impact that you want to have. It will challenge you to leverage your strengths and address your development opportunities. It will invite the reader to create their own framework for becoming the best CEO candidate they can, to equip them for the role if they are in contention, and to challenge leaders at all levels to raise their game and lead greatly.

All the leadership answers in one slim volume.

Genres: Business

224 pages, Hardcover

Published February 13, 2024

Reviews

[J Tele · Rating 3 out of 5]

"How to Be a CEO" by Ben Renshaw offers valuable insights into the unique requirements of the CEO role, highlighting the need for a specific mindset, skillset, and tools for success. Renshaw's research, based on interactions with CEOs, Executive Committee members, and Leadership Professors, distills the essential qualities of a great CEO. In a rapidly changing work environment, the book stresses the importance of equipping aspiring leaders with the skills they need and helping current CEOs develop succession plans for organizational sustainability. The 3P Model, focusing on Purpose, People, and Performance, serves as a practical guide for leadership development. The book empowers readers to clarify their leadership purpose, leverage strengths, address development areas, and create their own framework for leadership excellence. "How to Be a CEO" is a comprehensive resource for leadership development, providing valuable guidance for those aspiring to the highest leadership roles.

[Mystique Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

**Book Review: *How to Be a CEO* by Ben Renshaw**

Ben Renshaw’s *How to Be a CEO* offers a compelling and insightful guide to leadership, drawing from the experiences of various successful CEOs. The book masterfully weaves together professional strategies and personal philosophies, providing a holistic approach to becoming not just a champion leader but also a fulfilled individual.

Renshaw emphasizes the importance of authenticity, resilience, and purpose, showing how great leaders integrate personal growth with their professional journeys. The real-life anecdotes and practical tips make the book relatable and inspiring, catering to aspiring leaders who seek success and balance in life.

In essence, this book is a valuable resource for those striving to lead with impact while staying true to themselves.

[Daniela Janssen · Rating 5 out of 5]

papel dulce, con toques afrutados. la página 145 fue una gran sorpresa. recomiendo maridaje.

[Darya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some books represent coaches and mentors by the way they lead you through the pages, deliver the message and inspire to take an action. This book is one of them. It may be because of the collective wisdom stored on its pages or maybe the wariness with high you are guided page after page while absorbing the contents. There are many things that seem to be obvious and many things that provide a different athletic haven't thought of. Definitely worth time reading because some tiny ideas may make a big impact on one's mindset.