Success: The CEO

The position of CEO is a lofty goal of many people. The position has great income, power, and prestige. It is not without its faults as it brings in incredible stress, 16 hour days, and a disconnect from friends and family. The following chart represents a stereotypical CEO of a Fortune 500 company.

Primary Income High Six Figure Salary with Bonuses
Secondary Income Stocks & Bonds
Residence Luxury Estate
Mortgage Jumbo Conforming Loan
2nd Mortgage Home Improvement Loan
Primary Vehicle Mercedes SLR
Secondary Vehicle Luxury Motorhome
Other Transportation Yacht, Private Airplane
Education MBA Prestigious University
Training Leadership Training
Phone Palm Treo
Debt Ratio 90% in Debt
Hours Worked/Week 80-90
Children Two
Children’s School Private Prestigious School
Dog Bichon Frise
Sports Golf, Yachting


In the real world there are many perks and a few drawbacks to the position. The number one ingredient to achieving this position seems to be motivation and drive. The following links are day in the life stories of real CEO’s.

Stan O’Neal, Merrill Lynch CEO

Binary Girl CEO

ING Direct CEO

While the CEO position is a lofty goal, consider the education requirement and the on the job time commitment as you formulate your career goal.

Tomorrow… The Power Politician

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