I’m the CEO of a self-improvement app, and I hired someone on my board to argue with me
RiseGuide's CEO said he purposefully hired outspoken employees and a board member to challenge his decisions and provide the feedback leaders lack.
Oleksandr Matsiuk, CEO of RiseGuide, a microlearning app, sought honest feedback to improve his performance as a leader. He hired outspoken employees and a board member who would challenge him in the hope of receiving constructive criticism. Matsiuk observed that measuring outputs rather than outcomes could provide more valuable insights, particularly for CEOs who sometimes struggle to receive honest feedback.
He watched for opinionated, independent thinkers during hiring, often interviewing individuals who were not actively seeking employment. Matsiuk's board member pushed him to aim higher with aggressive targets, despite his initial discomfort. The experience highlighted the importance of setting ambitious goals and the potential for growth beyond initial expectations.
Matsiuk advises other CEOs to create systems that challenge outputs, rather than solely focusing on measuring outcomes.
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