What's Next For Twitter & How To Lead During A Down Market w/ Bill George (Professor at Harvard Business School,)
In this episode, Shamus Madan talks with Bill George about his book "True North" and ethical hiring practices. They critique Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's leadership, explore the effects of investor hype, and discuss the role of coaching in leadership. They also discuss the impact of leadership change, the importance of prioritizing company over ego, and learning from outside your industry.
Key Points
- Leaders should stay true to their core values and principles during down markets, as these periods can offer greater opportunities for growth and creativity.
- When faced with layoffs, it's crucial for leaders to approach the situation ethically, considering options like early retirement, avoiding across-the-board cuts, and offering support like job fairs and outplacement counseling.
- Coaching as a leadership style is more effective than directing, as it involves caring for team members, playing to their strengths, aligning individual goals with the company's mission, and providing support for continuous learning and development.
Today we are joined by our very special guest, Bill George, making his second appearance on the show; he is a Professor over at Harvard Business School, the Former CEO of Medtronic, former EVP of Honeywell, and a former board member of Target, Goldman Sachs, Exxon Mobil, Novartis, and the World Economics Form USA. As one of the most recognizable leaders in the world, Professor George joins us to discuss how leaders and teams can effectively build during down markets, the leadership situation at Twitter, and how to coach your team.
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Twitter of Host (Shamus Madan): @mbitpodcast
Twitter of Guest (Bill George): @Bill_George
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