Re:Ask HN: How to shadow a CEO?
by realrali on Friday December 21, 2018 @10:21AM
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You make a good point. I think my need to bring value comes from being so grateful for the opportunity - I feel like I need to do something for him because he's doing something for me. I guess my time to 'repay' him will come later.
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I would suggest keeping your contributions limited to 1-on-1 conversations with the CEO, preferably soon after a meeting.
Taking a role in meetings could potentially create a lot of awkward power dynamics between you and the other executives, in my opinion.
Re:Ask HN: How to shadow a CEO?
by eddieroger on Friday December 21, 2018 @11:06AM
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They're doing this /for/ you, not to get something /from/ you. Show your gratefulness by staying out of the way. Maybe bring donuts in the morning one day, something that doesn't impact the business. You're shadowing, not applying for a job.