# What Does it Really Take to Succeed in the C-Suite?

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Published: 2026-04-06T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives , Steve Odland, president and CEO of The Conference Board, sits down with Jennifer Eggers, f ounder and p resident of LeaderShift Insights, to explore what it truly takes to succeed at the highest levels of leadership. They discuss why transitioning to the C -Suite is more challenging than many expect, the mindset shifts required to lead at an enterprise level, and the most common mistakes new executives make. Jennifer shares practical insights on stakeholder management, building influence, and preparing for the complexities of senior leadership. More from The Conference Board: What Drives CEO Succession—And Are Boards Ready? CEO Succession Practices in the Russell 3000 and S&P 500: 2025 Edition The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence From Talent Democratization to Differentiation: The CHRO's Next Balancing Act

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