Who Are Harvard Business Reviews Top CEOs?

The video discusses the evaluation of CEO performance based on long-term shareholder returns, adjusted for external factors like market and industry trends. Jeff Bezos is highlighted for his unique leadership qualities and long-term vision. The video also explores the prevalence of engineering degrees among top CEOs and their potential advantages in complex environments.

What is the primary basis for evaluating CEOs in the discussed methodology?

• Popularity among employees

• Short-term stock performance

• Number of new products launched

• Long-term shareholder returns

Which factor is NOT adjusted for in the CEO evaluation process?

• Country market trends

• Industry sector performance

• CEO's educational background

• Company's market capitalization

What quality does Jeff Bezos admire in other CEOs?

• Being risk-averse

• Having a strong marketing background

• Being even-keeled

• Being highly innovative

What percentage of the top 100 CEOs have an engineering degree?

• 50%

• 75%

• 24%

• 29%

Why might boards prefer engineers as CEOs in uncertain situations?

• They have better financial skills

• They are more experienced in marketing

• They are more charismatic

• They can handle technical information and make logical decisions