Apr 2025
#234: Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of General Motors – Seek the truth
Ever made a decision based on limited info, internal spin, or wishful thinking? You’re not alone—but there’s a better way. In this episode, David sits down with General Motors Chair and CEO, Mary Barra. She shares how a relentless commitment to the truth leads to better decisions ... Show More
50m 36s
Apr 2025
#235: Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC – Go public with your big goals
Feel like you’ve hit a ceiling in your career? Your boldest ideas might be the thing that breaks through—but only if you say them out loud. In this episode, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC, shares why going public with big goals isn’t just bold. It’s strategic. Learn how cla ... Show More
59m 36s
Jan 2025
The #1 Reason to FIRE Your #1 Employee
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<p>In this episode, I dive deep into what it really means to build a thriving, successful organization—one where culture, accountability, and human connections drive everything. I talk about why I fire people who aren’t good humans, no matter how talent ... Show More
7m 24s
Jul 2025
258. Andy Mattes on the challenges of driving M&A as CEO
Mergers and acquisitions are among the more complex processes new CEOs have to learn, whether they’re in the role for the first time or taking over at a new company. Andreas “Andy” W. Mattes has navigated this multiple times in his roles as CEO of Siemens Communications, Diebold, ... Show More
33m 48s
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