Here's Why a CEO Candidate Must Have Better 'Board EQ'

Gulf Business explores research showing that CEOs with high board emotional intelligence are more effective at aligning with their chair and directors, sustaining governance productivity even through performance cycles. The article is directly actionable for scale-up founders preparing for CEO transitions or NED appointments, offering a concrete framework for CEO-Chair alignment and constructive challenge. It also flags the governance risks of dual CEO-Chair roles and the persistence of board structure over time.