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Because Quote by Indra Nooyi

“To be a CEO is a calling. You should not do it because it is a job. It is a calling, and you have got to be involved in it with your head, heart and hands. Your heart has got to be in the job; you got to love what you do; it consumes you. And if you are not willing to get into the CEO job that…” quote by Indra Nooyi
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“To be a CEO is a calling. You should not do it because it is a job. It is a calling, and you have got to be involved in it with your head, heart and hands. Your heart has got to be in the job; you got to love what you do; it consumes you. And if you are not willing to get into the CEO job that way, there is no point getting into it.”

Indra Nooyi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview with Fortune Magazine, 2018

Being a CEO requires deep passion and total commitment, not just a professional role.

In simple terms: CEO work needs heart, mind, and hands fully engaged.

Key Takeaway

Lead with love and total involvement.

Themes

leadership purpose commitment

Mood

determined inspired

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • executive recruitment
  • startup leadership
  • career transition
  • personal development

Key Concepts

organizational behavior authenticity identity career purpose

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you feel called to lead?
  • How can you align heart and mind in your work?
A Different Perspective

Passion alone may not compensate for lack of skill or experience.

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