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“It's almost impossible to overpay the truly extraordinary CEO... but the species is rare.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“It's almost impossible to overpay the truly extraordinary CEO... but the species is rare.”

Warren Buffett

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business leadership, 2008

Extraordinary CEOs are rare and costly; exceptional talent is scarce.

In simple terms: Great CEOs are rare and expensive.

Key Takeaway

Invest wisely in leadership.

Themes

leadership rarity valuation

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

financial strategic

When to use this quote

  • hiring processes
  • board decisions
  • succession planning

Key Concepts

executive talent compensation strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to identify true extraordinary CEOs?
  • What metrics justify their cost?
A Different Perspective

High pay may not guarantee performance.

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