Becker's Healthcare September 19, 2025
A CEO’s tenure can be defined by four key stages, beginning before they are selected for the role and ending when they pass the baton, according to a Sept. 9 McKinsey article.
The article features insights from the authors of “A CEO for All Seasons: Mastering the Cycles of Leadership.” The book was based on interviews with more than 30 prominent CEOs.
Here are the four stages, according to McKinsey senior partners and authors:
1. Stepping up. This stage ideally begins two to three years before the interview and involves understanding what the CEO role entails. It also includes self-reflection on expectations and motivations for the position, asking questions such as, “Why do I want the job?” and “What would...
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