The CEO in this book is Con-Ed’s CEO, Robert B. Catell, who grew the mega giant East Coast energy company to what it is today. The Monk is a former priest, Kenny Moore, who was given the title “ombudsman” to provide, coaching, wisdom, moral support at any and every place it was needed throughout the company. The CEO had an open door policy for the Monk, who could tell him things that no one else could and who could give valuable information without compromising identities and personal concerns.
Catell, the CEO, had the wisdom to realize that when the “softer” concerns are well met, the foundation of the organization is strengthened. This is a must-read for high level managers and their coaches because The CEO & the Monk helps broaden the definition of all that coaching and consulting can be.
Moore was the voice of wisdom at merger tables and in the lunch room alike. Catell claims the company yields exponentially on Moore’s salary.
The CEO and the Monk offers valuable insight on how to use coaching and the “softer” investments to grow an organization.
