The phrase, "It's lonely at the top" can definitely be applied to CEO's and business owners. My experience is that it's tough to find someone to open and talk to when everyone is looking to you. Your employees, your customers, your investors, your board and even your family look to you as the leader to make things right. It's no wonder that half of key executives are somewhat disengaged and fully 1 in 10 CEO's are 'out to lunch' according to a USA Today article.
Business leaders need peers and an opportunity to be inspired, educated and held accountable. The concept of "peer based" executive groups is growing. How does this work? This short video illustrates the concept...
Vistage is the world's leading chief executive organization. I chair a group in San Antonio of CEO's and business leaders committed to becoming more engaged, educated and delivering better results. Let me know if you'd like more information.