Nairobi, Feb. 21 -- What separates ordinary CEOs from exceptional visionaries? What are the secrets of stellar CEOs? Are great CEOs born or made? What are the performance drivers of outstanding CEOs? What makes great CEOs tick?

Let us close our eyes and visualise a certain organisation that is teetering on the brink of collapsing because of the ruthless and fierce business environment, among other factors. The stakes in organisations are quite high. The world of organisations is akin to the Maasai Mara. Who are these exceptional individuals who steer the ship very well for long and well? What makes a great CEO is the permanent question always.

A comprehensive review of management literature suggests that great CEOs have a distinct visio...