
Mary Barra
General Motors, Chair and CEO
EPISODE 234
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, stronger teams, and a culture built on trust. If you want to lead with more clarity and less guesswork, don’t miss this conversation.
You’ll also learn:
- How a crisis shapes your culture
- The #1 thing you need to do to make sure your people feel valued
- A strategy to make big problems way more manageable
- What “ambidextrous leadership” is – and why it’s crucial to your success
More from Mary Barra
Don’t wait to deal with problems
When you spot an issue in your business, don’t ignore it or try to wait it out. Address it the moment you find it, because problems don’t age well!
Prioritize the moments that matter
Work-life balance doesn’t happen by accident. It takes foresight, flexibility, and clarity on what matters most to you.
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Stay focused on the job you haveMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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You might be the example someone else needs to seeMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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Don’t wait to deal with problemsMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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A crisis is a proving ground for cultureMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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To solve problems, take an honest look at the bigger pictureMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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People feel valued when they’re kept in the loopMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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Cross-functional teams can solve big problemsMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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Be an ambidextrous leader by focusing on both the present and the futureMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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Innovation isn’t someone else’s jobMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO
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Prioritize the moments that matterMary BarraGeneral Motors, Chair and CEO