We often hear the story about the great leader who joins a legacy company and guides it through massive transformation. But massive transformation can also start from the inside. Bill Ford, the executive chair of the Ford Motor Company, founded by his great-grandfather, is proof that great change can come from within. He has led not just one but multiple ref ... Show More
Yesterday
When AI agents do your shopping, everything changes, with Shopify’s Jess Hertz
For decades, e-commerce rewarded the biggest brands who could buy their way to the top of search results. AI is changing that. Shopify COO Jess Hertz joins Rapid Response to share what Shopify's data reveals about the agentic shopping revolution in real time, and how the company ... Show More
29m 52s
Aug 29
Pioneers of AI: Designing AI for people and the planet, with Aza Raskin
AI is rapidly changing what it means to be human, but is AI development truly human-centered? According to Aza Raskin, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, the answer is largely “no.” The man who invented the “infinite scroll” is now working to understand why the most ... Show More
44m 34s
Aug 27
Chicago Fed President on inflation, recession, and Trump’s attacks
The economy is strong, prices are still too high, and the job market is sending mixed signals. The Federal Reserve is navigating all of it while fending off the most overt political pressure in its modern history. Austan Goolsbee, President of the Chicago Fed, joins Rapid Respons ... Show More
35m 42s
Dec 2023
Change is Gonna Do You Good
Michael Millward, Managing Director of the British and Irish Business of international solutions company, Lyreco on the increasing importance of community and resilience in business. With 25 years of experience across different markets and workplaces, from working in kitchens to ... Show More
40m 52s
Aug 2023
#146: Alan Mulally, Former CEO of Ford Motor Company – How to work together
Today’s guest is Alan Mulally, who served as the CEO of Ford during their incredible turnaround.
And when we say served as the CEO, we mean it!
That’s because, in Alan’s words, to serve is to live.
And it’s not just a warm-fuzzy philosophy.
His service-centered style of lead ... Show More
56m 56s
Aug 2024
Lessons from a Turnaround Expert
When a company, division, or product line has been struggling for some time, it can feel nearly impossible to get things back on track. But big turnarounds are possible, provided you have a team willing to work hard, be creative, and embrace change. When he was president and CEO ... Show More
29 m
Mar 2025
How to Lead a Successful Turnaround
When a company, division, or product line has been struggling for some time, it can feel nearly impossible to get things back on track. But big turnarounds are possible, provided you have a team willing to work hard, be creative, and embrace change. When he was president and CEO ... Show More
28m 33s
Sep 2020
Alan Mulally: Driving Ford Through Crisis
<p>Hey Podcast listeners! As you know, we're setting aside a few episodes over the next few weeks to highlight some of the incredible speakers who will join us for Live2Lead 2020. Today, we're excited to share a talk from Alan Mulally, former CEO of Boeing and the Ford Motor Comp ... Show More
32m 35s