Advice to a New CEO (or to Any Leader)

The board of Thomas Nelson has promoted Mark Schoenwald (formerly the president and COO) to the position of president and CEO. Michael Hyatt (@MichaelHyatt), president and CEO of Thomas Nelson for the past 6 years (photo above), will remain as the company’s chairman, while he pursues writing, speaking, and other business interests. On his blog, he offers the following advice any leader should remember:

1. Your position is a role, not your identity.

2. Your position is temporary, not permanent.

3. Your position is a privilege, not a right.

4. Your position is about faithfulness, not achievement.

5. Your position is about them, not you.

6. Your position is about stewardship, not ownership.

7. Your position will require more than you can provide on your own.

8. Take care of yourself.

Read his blog post in full.

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