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Nancy McKay fires herself as CEO every January 1st. Here's why that discipline works.
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Fire Yourself, Then Rehire Yourself:

A Growth Ritual for CEOs

Every January 1st, Nancy McKay, founder of McKay CEO Forums, fires herself as CEO, then decides whether to rehire herself. It's not a gimmick but a discipline that forces an honest question most founders avoid: Am I still the right leader for where this company is headed? 


The piece cuts through "growth mindset" clichés with a practical exercise to help any leader keep growing as fast as their business.


Read or listen to the article below, and you can also watch the full interview I had with Nancy.


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