I’m interviewing for a significant role in a financial institution. My final interview is 30 min with the CEO. (This position’s 2-up boss). Any advice on a couple of solid questions to ask a CEO?

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He will likely drive the meeting. It's generally in their DNA and thats what gets them there. Listen and follow his lead.

Don't ask generic garbage questions. Ask specific to him, his business, strategy and followup questions from something he told you to show that you ate listening and care.

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I agree to this to an extent. I think having some general questions around leadership style, values, and growth will give you some perspective on how they think.

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You should place your focus on being yourself, being present, listening and the questions will come to mind as you hear the CEO speak about particular matters. You made it this far. Time to be the authentic you! Congrats and good luck!

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30mins with a CEO is no joke. It'sa lifetime. Be careful what you say, as they're generally quite moody and judgemental. The less you say, the better at this stage. Leave your question, if any, till the end, after you've digested and understood his character properly. Then ask if you must, ask him about where and how he wants to see this company in 5 years down the road. THEN put in your 2 cents worth of how you come into play in achieving that, if you can respond off your feet, but even better: Plan for your response well ahead of time.
Good luck.

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