CEOs Should Perform a Reality Check

I read “For CEOs, It’s a Lot Lonelier at the Top” [July 18] and was surprised by some of the CEO complaints.

CEOs need to understand basic work facts:

* They are employees who have obligations and responsibilities.

* They are subject to the same rules, practices and laws that govern all company employees.

* Their performance is subject to review by their peers, subordinates, stockholders, employers and government agencies.

* They are responsible for their actions and the actions of their company.

For their service, they are compensated and recognized for their efforts. If CEOs are embarrassed or unable to cope with the demands of their occupation, they need to ask themselves one simple question: “Is this the right job for me?”

Thomas Song

Long Beach

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