Become an exceptional leader who can handle every stage on the road to the top.
For every CEO it is crucial to recognize the phases of leadership and successfully navigate them. “A CEO for All Seasons” offers a clear, practical roadmap for mastering the tough challenges you will face from taking the helm to building a lasting legacy.

Leadership under control

This book is a compact yet rich guide assembled by experts from the renowned consulting firm McKinsey & Company. It provides a unique perspective on the distinct stages of leadership that every successful CEO must pass through. Drawing on extensive analyses of top global leaders such as Steve Schwarzman, Mike Wirth, Ken Frazier, and Michael Dell, the book reveals practical strategies and highlights common blind spots that leaders encounter.

From preparing for a leadership role, through the critical first steps, maintaining growth momentum, to creating a long-term legacy - this book helps you navigate the demanding journey of top leadership. Whether you are just stepping into a CEO role or aiming to better support your company’s performance as a board member, A CEO for All Seasons is an invaluable companion.

Your map to success

Benefit from the experience of hundreds of the world’s top CEOs. Each chapter delivers concrete tips and proven practices to help you stay ahead of the competition and avoid common managerial mistakes. The practicality and depth of the content make this book an essential tool for any ambitious leader.

Why choose this book?

• A comprehensive view of all phases of a CEO’s career.
• Expert know-how from global management leaders and McKinsey.
• Practical advice backed by data and the experience of hundreds of CEOs.
• Inspiration from the best leaders of the world’s largest corporations.
• A useful guide for both emerging and seasoned companies and their leadership.

Key features of the book

• Contains strategic methods for managing and leading a company.
• Focuses on the different phases of the CEO challenge - from the start to sustainable growth.
• Highlights the most common blind spots and risks in leadership.
• Presents examples from leading CEOs of prominent companies.
• Suitable for leaders at various levels - from newcomers to the experienced.