Chances are that at least a few of these experienced CEOs have been down the path you are traveling. Some of them already have the battle scars and can help steer you away from disaster. Perhaps the pointed questions from this group could help you clarify your thinking or even disclose that the issue you are pursuing is not even the real issue. If you can handle the deep, probing questions, you'll sharpen your thinking. Another solution for CEO isolation is a business coach.
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Using a coach is the latest way for people to get ahead in today's crazy business world. Some people seek coaches to help them develop a balance between their personal and professional lives. Others want a coach to help them become more productive in their business or help increase their earnings. Whether you join a peer advisor group or hire a business coach, take action to relieve the isolation. Running an enterprise should be challenging, exciting, rewarding and fun.