Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade

Put down that pitchfork and trade in those overalls for a power suit. A poultry processing CEO's tools have little to do with farm life. In fact, most of your tools will be what you carry between your ears.

An MBA (don't carry this between your ears; hang it on your office wall)

Experience running a major business unit, such as finance, marketing, or sales

Business acumen

Negotiating skills

Business intelligence tools to help you make critical decisions

Public speaking skills