
My apologies to John Dunne for paraphrasing one of the popular phrases from his Meditation XVII. Being the chief executive of any enterprise is an exhilarating experience. There's tremendous influence to be exercised as a CEO. It can also be marked by a unique and deeply experienced sense of isolation and occasional loneliness. The good news is that there are ways to mitigate that uncomfortable part of the position, stay connected, and be productive. Here are four: