As you move up the career ladder, senior positions get fewer and the competition gets fiercer. To make it to the CEO chair takes a lot more than an impressive track record and ability.
Traditionally, many CEOs are selected from finance positions, like a CFO. But more and more CEOs are being appointed with backgrounds in other areas like operations, and marketing and sales. Regardless of your background, it can still be a difficult jump to go from executive to CEO. Going for a CEO role is highly competitive and recruiters and boards are usually looking for specific characteristics for individual roles. So it’s important to know how to present yourself and your track record.
Whether you want to move to the next level of your career, or you’re aiming for the CEO seat, here are some tips on preparing yourself for the challenge.