Understanding the Challenges to Leadership

Leading can be a difficult task. It is hard to know what other leaders are thinking, what is important to them, and how they do it day in and day out.

Answer the following questions based on reading chapter 12:

What do you think a CEO or leader should do prior to considering leaving the organization? What does the CEO or leader owe the employees? Why?

Do you think there is an appropriate time for a CEO or leader to consider or announce leaving the organization?

What are some examples of times when a CEO or leader should not leave?

What about examples of the best times that a CEO or leader can leave?

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