MEDIA
Where will you find
your next leader?
DATE: Lorem 20xx
By: EY and espnW
EY and espnW explore how sport advances women at every level. Research conducted over the last three years as part of EY’s Women Athletes Business Network shows the role that sport plays at every stage of professional women’s lives — from girls to rising leaders to C-suite executives.
From Athlete to CEO: Coincidence or Blueprint?
DATE: July 30, 2024
Published at Psychology Today.com
Athletic skills often translate to business success, but passion is the key.
Key points
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68 percent of top CEOs played college sports, with track and field leading at 29 percent.
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Non-athlete CEOs often show obsessive dedication to other pursuits, indicating that focus is key to leadership.
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Skills from sports or hobbies, like resilience and teamwork, translate well to corporate leadership.