3 steps to become a CXO in 2023

Are you a Leader aspiring to be a CXO? then this article is for you. Congratulations on reaching where you are in your journey. You are now poised to take that leap into the executive level but as you may know, a corporate career is like a pyramid and it keeps getting narrower as?you move up.

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Everyone at your level has an education, works hard and is aspiring to get to the next level. So what is going to separate you from the rest?

You need a partner?to guide you in your ascent to reach the pinnacle of your career. Someone who has climbed the corporate ladder and been a CXO himself. Someone who can help you with your blind spots and get you there quicker, so you avoid making mistakes. As a former CXO, a professionally certified (ICF-PCC) and John Mattone (coach to Steve jobs) certified executive coach I have helped thousands across the world and can help you too.

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3 steps to become a CXO in 2023

Welcome to 2023! Wishing you and your family a Happy New Year. As you start the New year it’s a great time to take stock of your career.

These are the 3 steps you need to take

1. Where do you want to be?

Clarity about what you want and need in your professional life is perhaps one of the most critical things in your journey. Spend a significant amount of your time sharpening your axe. Ask yourself what your career goal is? Do you truly want to be a CXO? If you do, what kind of roles are you are targeting? What is the kind of organisation are you most suited for (MNC, Indian company, a family-owned business, or a start up? Do you need international experience, or do you need to work across different areas of business? Above all, is this goal aligned with your purpose and core values.

2. Where are you today?

Assessing yourself realistically is a great way to identity the gaps between where you are today and where you want to be in the future. Do a detailed SWOT analysis for yourself. Design your “Career Identity Map”. Without knowing your key strengths and superpowers along with what’s most important to you in your work, it’s easy to land in the wrong job or wrong-fit company.

Your personalised "Career Identity Map" is a picture of the professional you: who you are, what you offer, and where you thrive at this point in your career. Your map reveals the key qualities that define your perfect next role and career path. With a "Career Identity Map", you will have a custom blueprint to ensure your next role is a perfect fit role for you.

How good are you at Emotional Intelligence? How good is your executive presence? How strategic are you? How good are you at presenting or story telling? Do you need to upgrade your mindset or professional skills? Are you chasing shiny objects or are you clear on where you want to be? This requires an unbiased view, and this is where a CXO coach can help you uncover your blind spots.

3. What do you need to do to get there?

The job you do currently, is very different from the job you are expected to do as a CXO. Do you know what is expected of you as a CXO??Do you know what a CEO expects from a CXO? Do you have the identity and self-belief to get there or is it hope and desire?

If there is a leadership development or talent planning cell within your organisation, they may have reached out to you, if you are in the considered set of potential leaders. If not, have a conversation with your boss or HR to understand your position and their plans for you.

How do you rate yourself on the Leadership traits above? Are doing well on most parameters or do you need to do more work on yourself ? You may conclude that it may be a good time to look outside your organisation. Are you aware of the “unpublished job market? Understand that up to 80% of senior roles are never advertised so how are you going to get there?

If you knew what to do, and?taken action, you would have either been a CXO or gone beyond by now. If you have not, It’s time to get yourself a strategic professional CXO coach. Some who has been a CXO in real life and is certified globally (ICF-PCC).

If you are a?leader who wants to earn more and become a CXO faster, then click here know about my CXO 90 day challenge.?www.cxohive.com/midcareer/

If you are a CXO and would like to explore areas that we can work together one on one, kindly book an appointment for a free discovery call on?https://calendly.com/cxohive/30-min