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The Reality of Leadership: A Candid Look at the CEO Role
When imagining the role of a CEO, most people picture power, prestige, and financial reward. Yet, as the seasoned journalist Adam Bryant points out, if you look at the job on paper, very few would actually want to take it. The truth is, the CEO role is intensely demanding and often overwhelming, characterized by a relentless weight of responsibility, constant decision-making, and a 24/7 mindset. Every choice made at the top can have far-reaching consequences, often risking alienation among stakeholders regardless of the decision's direction.