
Jim Schleckser
Founder of The CEO Project and author of Great CEOs Are Lazy, advising CEOs of high-growth companies through peer groups and coaching on leverage, delegation, and strategy.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 55min
77: Why Lazy CEOs Get More Done by Doing Less | Jim Schleckser
In this discussion, Jim Schleckser, Founder and CEO of The CEO Project, shares insights from his vast experience advising over 3,000 CEOs. He reveals how working less can lead to greater productivity by focusing on key challenges. Jim discusses the theory of constraints for business growth, the importance of delegation, and nurturing a learning culture. He emphasizes that investing in middle management fosters innovation and organizational success, while diverse perspectives can spark creativity and problem-solving in leadership.

Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 55min
"Great CEOs Are Lazy": Why the Best SMB Leaders Do Less—But Achieve More
Dr. Jim Schleckser, founder of The CEO Project and author of Great CEOs Are Lazy, advises high-growth leaders on leverage, delegation, and strategy. He discusses peer groups, diagnosing priorities, hiring pitfalls, and what high-leverage CEO work looks like. Short-term wins versus long-term assets, when to attend meetings, and the psychology behind micromanagement also come up.


