Why Should the Boss Listen to You?: The Seven Disciplines of the Trusted Strategic Advisor

2.7. Do You Fit in the CEO Environment?

Now let's talk about whether or not you fit in the leadership environment. Here are some serious questions for you to ask yourself:

• Do I study leadership and the process of leadership?

• Do I care about these senior people?

• Do I have or can you develop a real interest and some expertise in the fields of interest of those you intend to advise?

• Do I care about what the CEO needs to have or to get done?

• Can I manage or set aside my problems and issues long enough to deal with senior leaders' problems, goals, and questions?

• Can I manage my own ego involvement in an environment where there are even bigger egos than mine?

• Can I make the Counselor's Commitment?

In the next chapter, we will take a look at the trusted ...