S7 Ep4: The CEO Mindset – Thinking and Acting Like a Senior Leader

Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success!In this 14-minute episode, we unpack what it really means to adopt the CEO mindset—because stepping into senior leadership starts long before the job title. Whether you're aiming for that next-level promotion or preparing for a bigger leadership leap, developing this way of thinking will set you apart.🗂 What You’ll Learn in This Episode • What the CEO Mindset Really Means – Going beyond confidence and into strategic, long-term thinking.• Making Decisions Like a Senior Leader – Why taking ownership and focusing on value is key.• Shifting from Doer to Leader – How to elevate your thinking and stop being stuck in the weeds.• Influence and Visibility – How senior leaders build relationships, communicate, and lead through others.• The Habits That Make a Difference – Practical mindset shifts to start making now to lead at the next level.What next?A big thank you for tuning in to Your Path To Career Success – where your dreams and your career intertwine!🦉 Book a free discovery call to explore how my Unlock Your Career Potential coaching programme can support your leadership goals.🦉 If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone ready to lead with intention.🦉 Interested in working with me 1-2-1? Book a slot here: https://calendly.com/thecareerowl.🦉 You can also connect with me over on LinkedIn for more career strategy and leadership insights.Stick around for more episodes that help you grow into the leader you were meant to be.Useful Resources📚 Book Recommendations1.“The First 90 Days” by Michael D. WatkinsoIdeal for new leaders or those preparing for leadership.2.“Multipliers” by Liz WisemanoTeaches how to lead with influence and amplify others’ performance.3.“Executive Presence” by Sylvia Ann HewlettoOffers a practical breakdown of gravitas, communication, and appearance.4.“Playing Big” by Tara MohroParticularly empowering for women stepping into senior leadership thinking before the title arrives.5.“The CEO Next Door” by Elena Botelho & Kim PowelloBased on research of over 2,600 leaders; gives practical habits of successful CEOs.🧠 Articles & Reports•McKinsey’s “The Mindsets and Practices of Excellent CEOs”Available on mckinsey.com – Offers a research-backed view of key behaviours.•HBR: “What Sets Successful CEOs Apart”oTouches on decision-making speed and adapting boldly—core to your episode.💻 Online Learning Platforms•LinkedIn LearningoCourses: “Developing Executive Presence,” “Strategic Thinking,” “Leading Without Formal Authority”•CourseraoRecommendation: “Strategic Leadership and Management” by University of Illinois•MindTools.comoQuick reads and templates for stakeholder mapping, decision trees, and communication strategies.I would love to know what you think of the episode