
Mike Wirth
Show you’re listening
If you want to be a good leader, you’ve got to listen to your people. But *just* listening isn’t always enough.
You’ve got to ask questions. You’ve got to pay attention. But then, you’ve to respond. That’s the piece most leaders miss, and it makes all the difference for engaging your team and solving your organization’s biggest problems.
To see how it’s done, listen to this episode with Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron.
You’ll also learn:
- Why Mike writes up to 80 notes after a site visit
- How to give criticism without making people defensive
- What Mike learned about leadership from legendary chef Thomas Keller
- A three-part strategy to bring a divided team together
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Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
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Involve your front-line workers in all evaluation processesMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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On a site visit, engage with your frontline workers firstMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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How you give criticism impacts whether someone learns from itMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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Understanding everyone’s roles can help you level up your careerMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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Effective communication is hard workMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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You can't go out and buy a healthy cultureMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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Show people you value what they saidMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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Don’t be afraid to ask for adviceMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO
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How to unify a divided cultureMike WirthChevron, Chairman and CEO