Summary

Executive Intelligence is about the substance behind great leadership. Inspired by the work of Peter Drucker and Jim Collins, Justin Menkes set out to isolate the qualities that make for the best leaders. Drawing on his background in psychology and bolstered by interviews with accomplished CEOs such as John Hammergren of McKesson, Thomas Ebeling of Novartis, Rick Lenny of Hershey Foods, and others, Menkes paints the portrait of the ideal executive.

Menkes' work reveals an executive I.Q.--the cognitive skills necessary in order to excel in senior management positions. Star leaders have one common, consistent trait--they are all sharp. And they are sharp in the specific ways, such as prioritizing and anticipating needs, that constitute Executive Intelligence. With extensive research, Menkes identifies these key qualities that every executive needs to succeed.