The Path to Becoming a CEO
26 March 2019 How do you become a chief executive officer? Is there a certain blueprint to follow in order to attain this prestigious title? What professional and personal traits are necessary for the position? Technically, anyone can fill the chief executive slot, but typically those who have distinguished themselves in some manner and have strong leadership characteristics get the job. Image Source: freepik.com Education There are no laws stipulating that chief executives must have attended college or that they must have a master's degree. However, very few people make it to the top of the corporate ladder these days without some sort of formal education. Why is having a formal education so important? There is no simple answer to that question; however, completing university courses does provide exposure to a number of disciplines. It is a time to think, interact and share ide...