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Bill Hoogterp

CEO coach to the Fortune 500: The best leaders have developed a surprising talent—they know how to be 'actively' lazy

Bill Hoogterp portrait (Credit: Illustration by Fortune)

As an advisor to many CEOs of Fortune 500 companies over the years, I’ve found a common thread that might surprise you: CEOs work hard but they also know how to recharge faster and better. Just like in fitness, recovery is a key part of exertion. At work, learning to micro-relax better can increase energy, productivity and, quite frankly, joy. When I’m working with younger executives who want to make it to the top, I often give them this advice: Get better at being lazy.

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