Oversee the strategic direction of an organization:Lower-level managers are often more engaged in the day-to-day operating activities of a company. A CEO usually synthesizes these results and decides on the long-term plans of a company.
Implement changes and proposed plans:ACEO usually looks to themselves and other executive leadership to begin implementing those plans after crafting the long-term vision. Changes are often directly implemented by operational managers but it's ultimately up to the CEO to ensure that the long-term plans are being followed through.
Engage in media obligations and public relations:A CEO is often the face of the company and this includes being involved in media relations. A CEO may speak at conferences, address the public on notable changes to the company, or participate in community events.
Interact with other leadership executives: It'svital to a company's success to have a suite of executives that a CEO can rely on. A CEO often relies on other leaders to manage their own realms rather than directly overseeing every aspect of a company. They then engage with them to get a high-level understanding of how things are going.
Maintain accountability with the board:A board of directors oversees the entire company's performance and holds a CEO accountable. A CEO often reports to the board, delivers updates on strategic plans, and gets feedback from board members regarding the company's overall direction.
Monitor company performance:A CEO is ultimately responsible for a company's financial performance. They may rely on financial or nonfinancial to track how things are going. They usually make reporting requests from their direct employees to get a quick sense of how each area in the company is performing and what strategic maneuvers should be taken.
