The Outsiders - Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success

William Thorndike’s examination of eight exceptional chief executives uncovers a counterintuitive approach to corporate leadership that consistently outperformed their more celebrated peers. Rather than following traditional management playbooks, these leaders demonstrated a rigorous, analytic style focused on capital allocation and long-term value creation. Their methods, though unconventional, offer a compelling roadmap for executives and investors aiming to achieve outstanding results in a world often distracted by short-term trends and charismatic leadership.

• Exceptional CEOs often focus on capital allocation above operational micromanagement.
• Long-term value creation outweighs short-term earnings guidance or market sentiment.
• Decentralized...

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