Communicating CEOs
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Communicating CEOs
Overview
While CEOs do more than just communicate, nearly every aspect of their role is deeply influenced by communication, both within and outside the organization.
How CEOs Spend Their Time
A recent survey by a PR firm reveals that Canadian CEOs spend nearly 50% of their time on communication. This might seem impressive, but considering how communication is intertwined with almost every CEO task, the percentage may be closer to 90%.
Decision-Making
One of the key responsibilities of a CEO is decision-making, which is heavily reliant on communication. Before making a decision, effective CEOs gather information from specialists, review industry publications, attend conferences, and consult with peers. All these actions are forms of communication.
For instance, when deciding whether to launch a new product line, a CEO must engage in discussions with sales leaders, evaluate economic forecasts, consider competitive strategies, and review financial implications with the finance VP. This process involves gathering, evaluating, and sharing information?"essentially, communication.
Strategic Vision
Creating and implementing a strategic vision for the organization also relies on communication. A vision is not formed in isolation; it arises from thoughtful reflection combined with the insights gained through communication.
Consider a scenario where a newly appointed CEO is expected to define a new direction for the company. Rather than isolating himself, he would actively engage with frontline staff, managers, and explore relevant literature. Through this constant flow of information, he begins to develop new ideas and strategize. Sharing these ideas within the organization fosters dialogue and consensus, leading to a cohesive vision.
Conclusion
These examples highlight the fundamental nature of communication in a CEO’s role. It's no wonder the survey’s 50% figure might be an underestimation, as virtually every part of a CEO's job involves communication.
In essence, while CEOs engage in a variety of tasks, communication remains a crucial aspect that influences nearly everything they do.
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