The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker

Good enough is the enemy of remarkable. Every CEO faces a critical choice: Stay stuck in reactive mode. Or transform into something extraordinary. The difference isn't talent. Or experience. Or market conditions. It's having the right systems to: ↳ Lead strategically, not reactively ↳ Work efficiently, not endlessly ↳ Grow sustainably, not chaotically In just 12 weeks, you can transform: Your leadership. Your business. Your impact. The path from good to remarkable isn't about working harder—it's about leading differently. Don't let another year slip by in reactive mode. Ready to become remarkable in 2025? Join our January 22nd cohort. Space is limited. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ

Words shape outcomes. The difference between good and great leaders often is in how they communicate. How they choose their words. How conscious they are of those words’ impact. Here's your playbook for talking like a top performer in 12 critical moments: 🎯 When Priorities Change ↳ Instead of "We're changing direction" ↳ Say "We're making a shift to focus on what matters" 💪 When Facing Challenges ↳ Instead of "It shouldn't be this hard" ↳ Say "It's tough but we’ll figure it out together” 🤝 When Rebuilding Trust ↳ Instead of "Sorry you’re upset" ↳ Say "I value our trust. Let's find a way forward" ⚡ When Motivating The Team ↳ Instead of "We need to work harder" ↳ Say "We can do this. Here’s how it impacts our goals” 🔄 When Proposing a Change ↳ Instead of "This is what we're doing now" ↳ Say "This shift will help us reach our goals faster" 🚀 When Encouraging Initiative ↳ Instead of "You need to take ownership" ↳ Say "How would you lead this effort?” 📈 When Strengthening Team Accountability ↳ Instead of "This is on you" ↳ Say "Your role is essential for this result" 🗣️ When Clarifying Communication ↳ Instead of "That's not what I said" ↳ Say "Let me rephrase so we're aligned" ❓When Responding to Questions ↳ Instead of "I’m not answering that" ↳ Say "Great question. I don’t have an answer now,  but I'll follow up" 🎯When Setting Expectations ↳ Instead of "Just get it done" ↳ Say "Here's what we're aiming for and why it's important" 🌟 When Acknowledging Contributions ↳ Instead of "Good job" ↳ Say "Your effort made a big difference. Thank you" 💫 When Offering Encouragement ↳ Instead of "Keep trying" ↳ Say "I see your progress. Keep going, it's paying off" Leading like a top performer starts with speaking like one. Choose words that lift people up. That show you care. That demonstrate true leadership. Try just one of these shifts today. Watch what happens. You might be surprised at the impact. ♻️Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ Over 40 Founders & CEOs have already secured their spot in the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited so check it out and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2

Are you running your company, or is it running you? Every founder hits a critical crossroads: You've got traction, but scaling feels just out of reach. The signs are clear: ↳ Your days control you, not the other way around ↳ You're stuck in the weeds instead of leading strategically ↳ Growth feels more chaotic than sustainable It's time to evolve from founder to CEO. The CEO Accelerator gives you: ➟ Proven leadership frameworks ➟ Strategic decision-making tools ➟ Systems for sustainable growth The same principles I teach my $50K-per-year clients— at a fraction of the cost. Ready to step up to world-class leadership? My next cohort starts January 22nd. Limited spots available. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ

Most people spend 90,000 hours working  in their lifetime. Yet only 20% truly love what they do. In my 20+ years in business, I've learned:  Success without fulfillment is the ultimate career failure. 7 signs you're in the wrong role  (even if you're "successful"): 1) The Sunday Spiral ↳ You feel a pit in your stomach every Sunday evening ↳ Monday mornings fill you with dread, not excitement 2) Empty Victories ↳ Achievements feel hollow rather than fulfilling ↳ Success brings relief instead of joy 3) Energy Drain ↳ Work depletes rather than energizing you ↳ You're counting hours instead of solving problems 4) Vision Void ↳ You struggle to see an inspiring future ↳ Long-term planning feels like a burden 5) Growth Resistance ↳ Learning feels like a chore, not an opportunity ↳ You avoid challenges instead of embracing them 6) Impact Indifference ↳ You care more about getting it done than getting it right ↳ Quality is about meeting standards, not exceeding them 7) Passion Pipeline ↳ You can't remember the last time you felt truly excited about work ↳ Conversations about your work bore you Steve Jobs was right: Life is too short for work you don't love. Your talents are too valuable. Your potential is too great. Your impact matters too much. Don't wait for permission to pursue work you love. That permission will never come. What work makes you lose track of time? Share below ⬇️ ♻️ Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ Over 40 Founders & CEOs have already secured their spot in the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited so check it out and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2

Time is the one resource you'll never get back. And for most CEOs, it's slipping away. 500+ hours. That's how much time the average leader loses each year to low-impact activities. Think about that. It's like throwing away an entire quarter— gone forever. But after 20+ years in business, I've discovered something powerful: The most successful leaders aren't working more. They're working differently. They've learned how to: ↳ Make decisions faster ↳ Focus on high-impact activities ↳ Build systems that scale The result? They reclaim those 500 hours and invest them where they matter most: Strategy. Leadership. Growth. Imagine having an extra quarter every year to drive your vision forward. That's exactly what the CEO Accelerator delivers. Ready to multiply your impact in 2025? Join our January cohort. It starts on the 22nd. Limited spots available. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ

12 brutal truths every CEO needs to hear. (Even if they hurt) These lessons hit hard. Some I learned the easy way,  most I learned the hard way. What you do with the knowledge makes all the difference: 1. Your Vision Means Nothing Without Your Team ↳ If your people don't believe in it, your plans are just slides. ↳ Their buy-in matters as much as your strategy. 2. Trust Is Earned Every Day ↳ Every interaction deposits or withdraws from your trust account.  ↳ Choose your words & actions carefully. 3. Your Reputation Can Outrun Your Results ↳ One misstep can erase years of good work. ↳ Guard your credibility; it's your most valuable asset. 4. Your Title Is Temporary ↳ You're a steward, not a king. ↳ Build something that will thrive without you. 5. Your Network Is Your Safety Net ↳ Plans crumble but relationships endure. ↳ Invest in connections before you need them. 6. Overworking Isn’t Leadership ↳ Your burnout cascades through the organization. ↳ Model the balance you want your team to have. 7. Comfort Zones Don’t Scale Businesses ↳ If your moves feel comfortable, you may be falling behind. ↳ Growth lies outside your comfort zone. 8. Listening Outweighs Talking ↳ The best insights come from listening. ↳ Your team has the answers. Listen to them. 9. The Board’s Patience Is Limited ↳ Results speak louder than promises.  ↳ Yesterday's wins don't guarantee tomorrow's support. 10. Speed Beats Perfection ↳ Markets won't wait for perfect plans. ↳ Launch fast, learn faster, improve constantly. 11. Your Journey Will Be Messy ↳ Setbacks & pivots shape greatness. ↳ Embrace the mess of progress. 12. Success Never Shows Up Uninvited ↳ The market won't wait for you. ↳ Create your luck through execution. Leadership evolves. Markets change. But these truths stand the test of time. Because no matter how much the world shifts, Leadership will be about people. Learn these lessons, apply them, and watch your impact multiply. ♻️ Repost to your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you: Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ 40+ Founders & CEOs have secured their spot in the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2

The #1 mistake CEOs make with vision isn't what you think. It's not about dreaming too big. Or setting goals too high. It's about the gap between vision and execution. After working with hundreds of CEOs, here's what I know: Great leaders don't just paint an inspiring picture of the future—they build the bridge to get there. They understand that vision without implementation is just a fantasy. But here's the hard truth: Most CEOs spend 80% of their time firefighting and only 20% of their time driving their vision forward. It's time to flip that ratio. The CEO Accelerator gives you the frameworks to: ↳ Turn your vision into reality ↳ Drive consistent execution ↳ Build a team that delivers results Don't let another year slip by in reactive mode. Join our January cohort and learn how to balance vision with execution—just like the world's top CEOs. Ready to lead differently in 2025? My next cohort starts January 22nd. Limited spots available. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ

This quote hits different when you're leading others. True leadership isn't about pointing fingers.  It's about pointing at yourself first. Here's what I've learned about holding yourself  to a higher standard: 🎯 Set the Bar Higher for Yourself ↳ Your standards become your team's ceiling ↳ What you accept becomes the norm 💪 Take Ownership of Mistakes ↳ Own failures before celebrating wins ↳ Show your team it's safe to be accountable 🌱 Grow Publicly ↳ Let your team see you studying, failing,  and improving ↳ Your vulnerability becomes their permission  to grow 🤝 Welcome Feedback ↳ Ask your team to hold you accountable ↳ Show appreciation when people speak up ⚡ Lead from the Front ↳ Let your daily actions scream what matters most ↳ Take on challenges before asking others to  face them 💬 Share Your Struggles ↳ Let others see your human side ↳ Your team will respect you more for admitting  failures than claiming false perfection ⭐ Celebrate Others More Than Yourself ↳ Shine the spotlight on your team ↳ Give credit generously and specifically 🔄 Stay Consistent ↳ Your actions today set tomorrow's culture ↳ Keep raising the bar, starting with yourself. The critical thing to understand: Your team doesn't just watch what you do. They watch how you judge yourself when you fall short. And that's what truly sets the standard for  your entire organization. Are you holding yourself to the standard  you expect from others? Think about it. Your answer matters more than you know. ♻️ Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ Over 40 Founders & CEOs have already secured their spot in the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited so check it out and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2

A shocking truth: Only 1% of companies successfully scale. But here's what many CEOs don't realize: Scaling isn't just about growing revenue. It's about growing as a leader too. After working with hundreds of CEOs, the pattern is clear: ↳ Most hit a plateau because they focus only on the business ↳ Many feel isolated at the top, trying to figure it out alone ↳ The ones who do break through have something others don't: A clear roadmap and the right support system Want to be in the 1% that makes it? The CEO Accelerator gives you: ➟ Expert coaching from someone who's been there ➟ Battle-tested frameworks that actually work ➟ A network of ambitious peers Ready to defy the odds? My next cohort starts January 22nd. Limited spots available. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ

I've watched hundreds of leaders handle crisis moments. The best ones share something fascinating in common: Their language. 12 powerful phrases that separate great leaders from the rest: 💡 "We'll get through this, step by step." They break down chaos into manageable pieces.  Small steps lead to big wins. 💡 "Let's control what we can right now." They don't waste energy on things beyond their reach.  Control the controllables. 💡 "What's one decision we need to make  immediately?" They know that perfect is the enemy of good.  Make the critical calls first. 💡 "What does success look like?" They paint a clear picture of the destination.  You can't navigate without a North Star. 💡 "I trust the team to navigate this." They empower their people.  Micromanagement kills momentum. 💡 "Who do we need to involve?" They build the right team for the challenge.  Not everyone, just the essential players. 💡 "What's the biggest risk?" They face threats head-on, but with a mitigation plan in hand. 💡 "Let's pause and assess the facts." They know reactive decisions make  things worse. Take a breath. Think it through. 💡 "This challenge is an opportunity." They see every crisis as a chance to emerge stronger.  Growth comes from pressure. 💡 "How can I support the team?" They lead with empathy. Sometimes your team just needs to know  you've got their back. 💡 "What's the simplest solution?" They start with quick wins.  Complex problems often have simple first steps. 💡 "What's our next move?" They stay flexible. Because Plan A doesn't always work. Great leaders know a secret: Pressure doesn't create weakness. It exposes it. Pressure doesn't destroy teams.  It shows you where they need support. Use these questions not just to survive pressure,  but to thrive under it. What other phrase would you add to the list? ♻️ Repost to help your network. And follow The CEO Accelerator by Eric Partaker for more. 📌 Register for our FREE talk for Founders & CEOs happening this week. Spaces limited. During the session CEO Accelerator Founder, Eric Partaker, will take you through a handful of practical tools to help you scale your company, become a world-class leader, and unlock your full potential - followed by an open Q&A. We are capping seats so register asap for whichever talk works best for you below (they are all the same): Wed, Jan 8th, 10:30am Eastern / 3:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4vUbvFJ Thu, Jan 9th, 8:00am Eastern / 1pm UK https://lnkd.in/d4GhtjMC Thu, Jan 9th, 12:30pm Eastern / 5:30pm UK https://lnkd.in/d6GmGRXR Sat, Jan 11th, 12pm Eastern / 5pm UK https://lnkd.in/dS4svuCZ Over 40 Founders & CEOs have already secured their spot in the next CEO Accelerator cohort. Space is limited so check it out and apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6nyurN2