Pioneering Research
Hidden Truths offers insights about C-suite jobs that only those that have been a leader can understand--insights
that helps leaders perform better and prepare themselves for these roles.
Written in the style of “insider’s perspective” one gets a unique view of what it takes to be a great leader. This book feeds the fascination of what goes on in the minds and offices of CEOs and other leaders at global companies like American Airlines, General Electric, Con Agra, DuPont, Lenovo, Suntory and many others. As a top consultant to leaders at these and other companies, Fubini witnessed business history in the making. He shares what he witnessed and provides practical knowledge that will not only help leaders do their jobs better but assist boards, HR, consultants and others in working effectively with these executives.
“A must-read or new and aspiring CEOs who want to minimize pitfalls and maximize their impact. David Fubini leverages his 35+ years of experience working with VEOs to bring us concrete real life, very practical, and insightful advice.”
Hubert Joly
Former Chairman and CEO, Best Buy
“A must-read or new and aspiring CEOs who want to minimize pitfalls and maximize their impact. David Fubini leverages his 35+ years of experience working with VEOs to bring us concrete real life, very practical, and insightful advice.”
Hubert Joly
Former Chairman and CEO, Best Buy
“David has written and essential guide for the new CEO. Whether you are leading a public corporation or a major arts organization, Hidden Truths takes a productive approach to some of the most fundamental challenges of the role. David’s council is practical, positive, and deeply relevant for all new leaders.”
Meredith “Max” Hodges
Executive Director, Boston Ballet
“David has written and essential guide for the new CEO. Whether you are leading a public corporation or a major arts organization, Hidden Truths takes a productive approach to some of the most fundamental challenges of the role. David’s council is practical, positive, and deeply relevant for all new leaders.”
Meredith “Max” Hodges
Executive Director, Boston Ballet
“Hidden Truths gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what the reality of leadership feels and looks like. Having experienced the challenge of leadership in military, academic, and business contacts I can readily say there are many important lessons learned for leaders of all types in this book.”
Admiral James Stavridis
USN, former Supreme Allied Commander, NATO
“Hidden Truths gives a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what the reality of leadership feels and looks like. Having experienced the challenge of leadership in military, academic, and business contacts I can readily say there are many important lessons learned for leaders of all types in this book.”
Admiral James Stavridis
USN, former Supreme Allied Commander, NATO
Media Coverage
Author Talks: David Fubini on hidden truths for CEOs
- 26 FEB 2021
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- McKinsey & Company
In this edition of Author Talks, McKinsey Global Publishing’s Raju Narisetti chats with David Fubini, former senior partner at McKinsey & Company. In his new book, Hidden Truths: What Leaders Need to Hear But Are Rarely Told (Wiley, December 2020), the accomplished Harvard Business School faculty member offers exclusive insights about C-suite jobs that provide aspiring leaders with practical, new skills that will equip them for the immense challenges they may confront. An edited version of the interview follows.