Being CEO means I'd have to do a whole lot of high-stress stuff that I don't actually know how to do, and I'd be responsible to the shareholders and the board of directors for my failings. I'm sure I could wring more than a million dollars out of the company before getting fired but I'd prefer the lesser amount with no stress and acrimony involved.
bryan.derksen
On the other hand, the severance package is usually quite good for CEOs...