Mint newspaper (www.livemint.com, a business newspaper in partnership with WSJ), has a very insightful column called “Winning” by Jack and Suzy Welch. In one recent column, Jack had mentioned 5 main characteristics to look for in a CEO:
1. Vision: Ability to see around corners, probe consensus thinking and swiftly make a change when the market demands it.
2. Leadership: Track-record with people: How one supports and guides people who are working with him/her.
3. Crisis-management ability: Experience and courage to overcome a crisis. How one successfully handles oneself in the midst of heavy criticism.
4. Runway: To continuously see the organization and its future with fresh eyes.
5. Authenticity: Genuinely excited in watching people grow, candid and listens to people.
Good traits to nurture in anyone aiming for the top job…coming from Jack Welch, have to be looked at seriously..
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