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When Picking a New CEO, Ask Them for a Growth Plan

May 8, 2025
Illustration by Andy Goodman

Peter looked like a sure thing. The board of directors was deciding on the next CEO, and Peter was a star performer from the C-suite. He’d succeeded in every role given to him. His past performance reviews, executive assessment reports, and managerial skill assessments were all outstanding.

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