Bill George
Medtronic, Former CEO
EPISODE 155
Stay connected to your front lines
More from Bill George
Make your mission relatable
Develop a mission that everyone in your company can relate to and participate in. If every person in your organization can somehow be involved in achieving your mission, your people will feel more connected and engaged in their work.
Don't try to get ahead too fast
Careers aren't made overnight. There are valuable lessons to learn in frontline and workaday jobs—and they'll make you an even better leader in the long run.
Recognize those who make the difference for your customers
When things go well, be quick to give credit to your team. After all, they’re the ones out there making it happen!
Don’t get trapped in the ivory tower
Want to understand your business? Spend less time in your office and more time on the front lines. There’s no better way to see what’s really happening.
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Don't try to get ahead too fastBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Learn from your people on the front linesBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Find your true northBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Know when your time in a role is upBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Embrace the truth of who you areBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Be vulnerable and admit your mistakesBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Recognize those who make the difference for your customersBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Extract wisdom from seasoned employeesBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Ask for the answers when you don't have themBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO
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Don’t get trapped in the ivory towerBill GeorgeMedtronic, Former CEO