The First-Time CEO™

The First-Time CEO™

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The “2 + 2 = 4” Leadership Playbook

How to tell the truth early without breaking trust.

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Victoria Loskutova
Feb 15, 2026
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This playbook is especially useful for first-time CEOs and early employees — people with responsibility but little formal power.

Part I — Recognize Reality Drift

Before you speak, diagnose the situation. Most conflicts come from reacting to the wrong problem.

Signals the system is protecting harmony over accuracy…

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