Savvy Traits of Effective CEOs

1. Focus toward long term while balancing short term priorities:
   Know where big rocks are - think big about your opportunity.
   While execution is key, don't get lost in tactics.
   
2. Set culture & espouse vision for company:
   The only way to predict the future is to invent it.
   
3. Make sure organization does not suffer from what CEO does not do well.
   Know your blind spots and hire to compensate.
4. Set direction & then empower others to run with it:
   Instill confidence and courage  in executive team.
   
5. Harness creativity from staff:
   Design positions that motivate enthusiasm & then effectively hire those who are additive to the team.
   
6. Retain genuine enthusiasm for customer and strong customer focus:
   Turn organizational chart upside down with the customer at the top.
   
7. Embrace failure & focus on learning new things:
   Be intellectually curious and ask good questions.
   
8. Communicate clearly & concisely to external constituencies:
   With heart and passion.
   
9. Leverage board of directors to help you think into the future of the business.
   
   
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