Startup & Entrepreneurship
5 most important roles of a CEO in a start-up
Being a strategic planner
The big-picture is always formulated by the CEO. Strategic decisions of the company are to be taken by the CEO, while being actively involved in a tactical business environment. He also sets the on-ground direction by defining the vision, setting the business metrics and structure and liasoning with the key stakeholders. The CEO and his network of people are also responsible to meet customer expectations by ensuring adequate financing, strong workforce management and effective processes, and delivery of quality products. Monitoring progress while capturing opportunities and mitigating strategic risks is all a part of the CEO’s action report