Many Companies Aren’t Prepared to Replace Underperforming CEOs

Re:Many Companies Aren’t Prepared to Replace Underperforming... by AnimalMuppet on Friday November 04, 2022 @03:31PM (#33472477)

I think the only thing a non-C-level can do is get another C-level person to take action. Present a well-thought-out and well-documented case, and see if they will take action.

This may sound risky. But:

1. If you succeed, you may dramatically improve your working environment.

2. If you fail in a way that damages your job, you probably should have been looking for a way out of there anyway, because he's going to continue to make that a crummy place to work.

Note well: You probably shouldn't try this until you're ready to leave, both emotionally and financially, because you may get fired on the spot.

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Re:Many Companies Aren’t Prepared to Replace Underperforming... by underwater on Friday November 04, 2022 @10:12PM (#33477054)

I've had a few "well documented cases" shared with me in my time. Generally they are lengthy rants that make it clear that the author doesn't understand the constraints or goals of the business.

Occasionally, there will be some useful insights mixed in, but that is rare. I'd suggest rather than trying to make the case independently, find a trusted party, tell them that you have concerns about X, and let them drive the conversation. You may pique their interest, or give them a chance to validate concerns they already have.

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