The Transformative CEO, Jeffrey J. Fox
The Transformative CEO, Jeffrey J. Fox
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The Transformative CEO
Impact Lessons from Industry Game Changers

Author: Jeffrey J. Fox, Robert Reiss

Narrator: Jeffrey J. Fox, Robert Reiss

Unabridged: 3 hr 8 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Published: 06/19/2012


Synopsis

Leadership Lessons from the World's Greatest CEOs "Fox and Reiss have created a new leadership category—The Transformative CEO."
—Rafael Pastor, CEO, Vistage InternationalBestselling author Jeffrey Fox literally wrote the book on How to Become CEO, and radio talk show host Robert Reiss has explored strategy with some of the world's biggest business legends.Now, in The Transformative CEO, they have identified the key traits and characteristics that describe this remarkable type of leader.Filled with fascinating insights from superstar CEOs, this one-of-a-kind guide puts you right on the front lines with the men and women who have transformed businesses with spectacular success. You'll learn how to: Turn around a company
(Marvel Entertainment) Build superior customer service
(Zappos) Think big and go global
(MTV International) Perform while transforming
(UPS) Have a higher purpose
(ING DIRECT) Innovate and make everything better
(Eggland's Best) You'll learn how CEOs think and act in good times and bad—and you'll get a front-row seat to some of the most profitable industry game changers of our time, including AT&T Mobility, Danaher Corp. and many others.The Transformative CEO provides a new definition of leadership. Jeffrey J. Fox and Robert Reiss show how anyone can become a transformative leader.Find out how:HOME DEPOT cofounder and CEO Bernie Marcus built a new model of retail culture for customers—from the ground up.1-800-FLOWERS.COM founder and CEO Jim McCann turned the 800 number into a brand—and delivered record profits and growth.PAUL MITCHELL SYSTEMS founder John Paul DeJoria higher purposes first—success unshared is failure.BLACK ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION (BET) CEO Robert L. Johnson founded a television network-and tranformed television.CAMPBELL SOUP CEO Douglas Conant warmed up employee morale—and made its business hot again.

About Jeffrey J. Fox

Jeffrey J. Fox has written several bestselling business books, including How To Become A Rainmaker and How to Become CEO. The founder of Fox & Company, a premier marketing consulting firm, he has been named “Outstanding Marketer” by Sales and Marketing Management magazine. He has held senior marketing positions at several international companies and is a sought-after speaker to senior executives. A graduate of Trinity College, he holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. He lives in New Hampshire and has offices in Avon, Connecticut.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Michael on April 17, 2018

I read the comments here already and have to shake my head. It was released in 2012, and years later people are upset that it's not groundbreaking... Yes it's true that there is no super new insight, or ground breaking truth that you will glean from this book. And yes, it is also true that you could......more

Goodreads review by Tulster on May 28, 2019

I consider this book as a light management category. May not suit you if you are looking for a groundbreaking content but for those who just started in the management line with little to no management background (or young graduates fresh off their uni), this book could be a good read for them to pre......more

Goodreads review by Jeff on February 26, 2020

The book was fine. It gives some good insight on certain practices that household name CEOs do, but nothing earth-shattering. Good read though!......more

Goodreads review by Jeff on July 17, 2018

Some interesting quotes from great CEOs but not a great book. "The transformative CEO is obsessed with company culture, customers, innovation and leadership." Leaders must have a 'no greed' credo. Write a one-page action plan that a 10-year-old can understand. Leaders should ask, "What would you chan......more

Goodreads review by Jeff on August 17, 2012

Don't waste your time with this book. The insights are gleaned from the marketing documents from about 20 companies. Occasionally something interesting is mentioned but for the most part it's like watching a conveyer belt all day waiting for the one useful nugget on the line. Not worth the wait.........more