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  • June 14, 2023
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  • Harvard Business Review (website)

How New CEOs Establish Legitimacy

By: Nitin Nohria
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Abstract

CEOs are given the authority to lead by the rules of corporate governance. They gain additional influence and credibility by demonstrating competence. CEOs who achieve legitimacy have a higher level of trust and influence. This legitimacy will be gained by consistently demonstrating specific behaviors.

Keywords

Corporate Governance; Leadership Style; Power and Influence; Trust; Competency and Skills

Citation

Nohria, Nitin. "How New CEOs Establish Legitimacy." Harvard Business Review (website) (June 14, 2023).
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Nitin Nohria

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