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The Paradox of Power: Why the Best CEOs Can Make Bad Directors

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Roberto was a successful CEO for fifteen years. When he retired, three boards courted him intensely. His record was impeccable: sustained growth, international expansion, industry recognition. The chairs were convinced they had…

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Board–CEO relationship · Available in English

The Hostage CEO: When the Board Hijacks Strategy

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It’s Monday morning, and Carlos, CEO of a technology company, reviews his calendar. He has nine meetings with board members this month: two to “align” the digital strategy, two to “review” personnel…

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Board–CEO relationship · Available in English

The CEO-Evaluation Paradox: Between Ritual and Real Impact

2 min read

The annual CEO-evaluation meeting is over. The forms are complete, the metrics reviewed, and everyone feels satisfied at having fulfilled this corporate-governance ritual. Yet an uncomfortable question hangs in the air: will…

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