CRITICAL MASS: The 10 Explosive Powers of CEO PEER GROUPS (Paperback)

by Richard Franzi (Author), Paul Roberts (Editor), Ross Loehner (Illustrator)

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Product Description
Written for top executives by a top executive.

CRITICAL MASS: The 10 Explosive Powers of CEO PEER GROUPS is the definitive book on how professionally facilitated CEO PEER GROUPS can transform your business.

This book shows you how to unlock the true potential and value of your company.

Find out how to build an army around you and develop your own personal guidance system; like some of the most famous CEOs in history.

This book is packed with solid information and real world case studies that detail each of The 10 Powers of CEO PEER GROUPS.

CRITICAL MASS is a term used to describe the existence of sufficient momentum in a social system. That momentum becomes self-sustaining and fuels future growth.

Find out how to develop critical mass within your firm that will propel you to the next level and beyond.

As the author of the book, Franzi explains, in an easy to read style, how today's CEO's and Business Owner's can improve their chances of survival by building alliances to overcome the threats common in today's business climate.

About the Author
Ric Franzi brings over 27 years of experience leading organizations through start-up, change, revitalization, turnaround and accelerated growth.

As the President of Renaissance Executive Forums North Orange County, Ric is an engaging, professional facilitator with the ability to put others at ease, quickly building relationships based on mutual trust and benefit. Ric brings to this process a wealth of experience in working with C-level executives, facilitating effective meetings and managing structured process.

Ric is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and Pepperdine University where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric Communications and a Master of Business Administration respectively. Ric is active in the Orange County business community as a member of the Executive Council for the Cal State-Fullerton Business School, The Forum for Corporate Directors, as well as other professional associations. He also sits on the Board of Directors for 2-1-1 Orange County and is the Chairman of the Board for Hope University in Anaheim, CA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 90 pages
• Publisher: AVIVA Publishing; First edition (August 27, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8904276039
• ISBN-13: 978-8904276035
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #757,014 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Critical Mass Review, October 14, 2008

By	Mark L. Friedman (Tustin, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

For anyone considering whether joining a CEO Peer Group would be a good decision; Critical Mass, is the ultimate first (and most likely last) step in your research. This book is a quick read that lays out the advantages of belonging to a CEO peer group, along with cogent case studies.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Where CEO's and Owners Should Seek Advice They Can Trust, October 7, 2008

By	Edward Breclaw - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Critical Mass - The Ten Explosive Powers of CEO Peer Groups is a fast paced book that describes an unpararelled resource to help CEO's reach their goals. This is the professional's guide that documents the history, execution and results that CEO peer groups can achieve producing distinct competitive advantages for current and future CEO's.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Critical Mass - The 10 Explosive Powers of CEO Peer Groups" - Provides great insight for Business Owners and Executives, October 2, 2008

By	Mark Shinmoto (Los Angeles, CA.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Richard Franzi has created a book that eloquently outlines the benefits of being a part of a CEO Peer group. Whether you are a small business owner or the CEO of a company - this is a must read for you. Mr. Franzi's book is full of helpful and insightful information that he gained from his years of experience running large businesses and is compelling testimony to the value of being part of a CEO Peer group. I highly recommend this book.