CEOs Often Feel Lonely. Here's How They Can Cope.
Briefly

Loneliness for CEOs arises not from insufficient social connections but rather from the immense burden of leadership, especially during crises when decision-making can feel isolated.
The high-stakes nature of leadership fosters a sense of solitude, particularly as executives depend on those around them to navigate challenges, which may lead to feelings of isolation.
We conducted a survey of 109 Canadian CEOs and conducted in-depth interviews with 46 of them, identifying effective strategies that leaders can utilize to combat loneliness.
The image of a lonely CEO, poring over financial reports in a high office, doesn't fully capture their experiences; leadership entails constant pressure and emotional strain.
Read at Harvard Business Review
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