This book focuses on what makes a successful CEO and the paths to becoming one in today's global economy. Chapters in the book include insights by twenty top CEOs—one from each G20 country—gathered from an extensive global qualitative research project.

Through seven easy-to-digest "master classes" that demystify the role of the twenty-first-century CEO, the authors present their findings in an accessible, conversational style that serves as a step-by-step guide for those who aspire to become CEOs and develop essential character traits, experience, and skills required of the role.