Chart Your Path, Learn the Skills and Avoid the Mistakes to Get There Faster


“A powerful, practical and valuable book on realizing your genius while creating true success.”
— Robin Sharma, #1 worldwide bestselling author of The 5AM Club

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“Lots of books talk about being a CEO. Not very many show you the path to get there. The simple advice presented is clear, and easy to grasp. I wish this book had been available to me during my journey.”

— Kevin Lavallee, President and CEO, ThyssenKrupp Elevator



Perfect for fans of Good to GreatLeaders Eat Last, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Extreme Ownership: How U. S. Navy SEALS Lead and Win.

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Regardless of the enterprise you want to run, it’s your choice to step up, set goals and manage your career.

But a simple desire to lead a team isn’t enough. Future CEOs need to learn true and sustainable principles of what it means to do the work of leading.




John will help you chart your leadership path.

John Hilbrich, a nearly 30-year CEO, entrepreneur, investor and leadership coach, provides a transparent and actionable guide toward getting to CEO. Combining his decades of experience and mentorship of leaders, Hilbrich gives the straight answers to tough questions.


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A guide for ambitious entrepreneurs and aspiring CEOs looking for a clear path to get to the top, while avoiding the pitfalls along the way.




Up-and-coming CEOs will learn...

  • How and why to say yes to difficult challenges that get you noticed.
  • Dealing with toxic bosses and difficult employees.
  • Running to and putting out fires in the workplace that others run away from.
  • Defining, tracking, and reaching success while navigating political landmines.
  • Making the difficult decisions to balance care for your family with the excruciating demands of the business.
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“John has authored an essential guide to the skills required to achieve and flourish as a CEO. I recommend this book for anyone aspiring to a leadership role.”

 — Fred Kendall, Amazon.com, Inc., Head of Japan Imaging Services