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Also known as: Chief Executive Officer

CEO

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Definition

CEO: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the highest-ranking executive responsible for overall company strategy, operations, and performance. The CEO reports to the board of directors and is accountable for achieving company goals and managing stakeholder relationships.

Example Usage

“As CEO, my main focus is fundraising, hiring executives, and ensuring we hit our growth targets.”

Common Misconceptions

CEO means doing everything. Good CEOs delegate and focus on highest-leverage activities.
Technical founders can't be CEOs. Many successful tech companies have technical CEOs.
CEO is a solo role. CEOs rely heavily on their executive team and advisors.

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