Partner Susan Schroeder examines the growing trend for CEOs, especially from the boomer generation, to remain involved in decision making at the company through the role of executive chairman. She warns that this practice could hinder the new CEO from setting their own agendas and advises companies to limit the length of term of the executive chairman.
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