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The Chief Executive Operating System: The Essential Playbook for Success in the CEO Role
For many leaders, becoming CEO is the ultimate career achievement. But once you get there, you haven’t summited Mount Everest—you’re only at base camp.Now it’s up to you to learn the unique set of skills required to do the CEO job effectively. And make no mistake, they are very different from those you used in previous managerial roles.In The Chief Executive Operating System, veteran CEO Joel Trammell and executive coach Sherif Sakr present a concise, systematic guide to being a truly great chief executive. Identifying and filling a wide gap around CEO-specific guidance in the management literature, the authors draw on decades of leadership and client work to deliver a practical CEO operating system that works. You will learn the importance of understanding people in order to work through them, how to master the five responsibilities a CEO cannot delegate, and how to implement an operating system that enables the whole organization to deliver predictable performance.
The CEO’s job is a big one, with far-reaching effects on lives, livelihoods, and the economy. But with the proven playbook contained in The Chief Executive Operating System, you don’t have to go it alone as you lead your organization toward a purposeful, profitable future.
PRAISE FOR THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OPERATING SYSTEM
“Joel and Sherif are experts in what it means to be a successful CEO. Their enthusiasm for the topic is contagious, and it’s backed not only by real-world stories but by a compelling framework that will change how you think about the chief executive role.”
—GEORGE KARL, NBA Hall of Fame Coach
“In this book, Joel and Sherif give us the framework and skills for leadership success in a way that’s clearly understood. Their insights and guidance are backed by experience, making the book a valuable asset for managers at all levels and across all industries.”
—TRICIA BENN, CEO, C-Suite Network
Scroll up and grab a copy today.
The CEO’s job is a big one, with far-reaching effects on lives, livelihoods, and the economy. But with the proven playbook contained in The Chief Executive Operating System, you don’t have to go it alone as you lead your organization toward a purposeful, profitable future.
PRAISE FOR THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OPERATING SYSTEM
“Joel and Sherif are experts in what it means to be a successful CEO. Their enthusiasm for the topic is contagious, and it’s backed not only by real-world stories but by a compelling framework that will change how you think about the chief executive role.”
—GEORGE KARL, NBA Hall of Fame Coach
“In this book, Joel and Sherif give us the framework and skills for leadership success in a way that’s clearly understood. Their insights and guidance are backed by experience, making the book a valuable asset for managers at all levels and across all industries.”
—TRICIA BENN, CEO, C-Suite Network
Scroll up and grab a copy today.
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226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 21, 2023
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September 18, 2023
A refreshingly distinct perspective on the multifaceted role of a CEO...
In "The Chief Executive Operating System," by Joel Trammell and Sherif Sakr, readers are presented with a refreshingly distinct perspective on the multifaceted role of a CEO. While many aspire to ascend to the zenith of their careers by achieving the coveted position of CEO, this book aptly likens the CEO role to reaching base camp on Mount Everest—a formidable beginning to a demanding expedition.
Leveraging their extensive reservoir of experience, Trammell and Sakr meticulously construct a comprehensive playbook, illuminating the path to success in the CEO role. This is a terrain where specific guidance has often been scarce in the domain of management literature. The book skillfully navigates the labyrinthine intricacies of effective chief executive leadership, underscoring the unique skills and responsibilities that distinguish this role from all others.
If you entertain aspirations of not only occupying but excelling in the realm of executive leadership, "The Chief Executive Operating System" is a must-read.
In "The Chief Executive Operating System," by Joel Trammell and Sherif Sakr, readers are presented with a refreshingly distinct perspective on the multifaceted role of a CEO. While many aspire to ascend to the zenith of their careers by achieving the coveted position of CEO, this book aptly likens the CEO role to reaching base camp on Mount Everest—a formidable beginning to a demanding expedition.
Leveraging their extensive reservoir of experience, Trammell and Sakr meticulously construct a comprehensive playbook, illuminating the path to success in the CEO role. This is a terrain where specific guidance has often been scarce in the domain of management literature. The book skillfully navigates the labyrinthine intricacies of effective chief executive leadership, underscoring the unique skills and responsibilities that distinguish this role from all others.
If you entertain aspirations of not only occupying but excelling in the realm of executive leadership, "The Chief Executive Operating System" is a must-read.
July 16, 2025
A Manual for Modern Leaders
The Chief Executive Operating System is a clear, concise, and highly actionable guide to what really matters in a leadership role. While written for CEOs, many lessons apply to anyone in a position of influence. It offers a structured reminder of how to lead with intent—covering strategy, execution, communication, and people—with frameworks that are immediately usable. A bit prescriptive at times, but in a good way. Just 220 pages, but dense with insight. I’ll definitely be rereading this one. Best read of the year for me so far. 9/10.
The Chief Executive Operating System is a clear, concise, and highly actionable guide to what really matters in a leadership role. While written for CEOs, many lessons apply to anyone in a position of influence. It offers a structured reminder of how to lead with intent—covering strategy, execution, communication, and people—with frameworks that are immediately usable. A bit prescriptive at times, but in a good way. Just 220 pages, but dense with insight. I’ll definitely be rereading this one. Best read of the year for me so far. 9/10.
January 13, 2024
Excellent! Easy reading with great insight. I highly recommend it for all, not just CEOs.
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