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Aug 2024
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#200: Ram Charan, the world’s most influ...

David Novak
About this episode

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by complexity in your organization, this is the episode for you. 


Discover how to ask incisive questions that cut through that complexity and help you find the heart of the problem. It’s a superpower of every great leader! 


Learn how it’s done from Ram Charan, the legendary business and consultant and New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold more than 4 million copies. 


It’s like a free consulting session with the guy that Fortune magazine calls “the most influential business consultant alive.”


Have a listen! 


You’ll also learn:

  • Why smart hiring means more than finding great talent
  • A bold prediction about the future of U.S. business in China
  • The two key elements of execution that will help you get more done
  • The 3 elements of success that every leader can focus on


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