In fact, many top dogs don't hoard all of their money. A survey of 150 wealthy technology execs by U.S. Trust found that nearly all gave to charity in 1999. Not all CEOs, of course, are out to claim bragging rights as the highest-paid in all the land. These other executives, experts say, stay in the game because they love the work. They love being part of a deal.
Work is their passion.
Living la dolce vita, however, didn't suit his type-A personality. He quickly tired of drinking chianti in Tuscany and now wants to get back to work. Leaders need to lead. That's easier said than done after someone has tasted true wealth. Harvard's Pollack once consulted for a large law firm where morale was low among junior associates who felt that the partners were only concerned about making money.