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This chapter explores the remarkable career of a former Harvard professor who transformed Medtronic's growth while championing empathetic leadership and the concept of 'True North.' The discussion highlights key decisions made during his tenure and analyzes how various CEOs adapted to challenges, particularly amidst the pandemic.

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IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

17:01 - Bill’s early crucibles that helped him evolve into an empathetic leader.
30:25 - How to find your own True North and how to determine whether a company's leader is following their own.
27:26 - How Bill took Medtronic to $60B while cultivating an inclusive culture.
34:25- Why Bill set a 10-year term limit for his time at Medtronic.
37:12 - CEO’s that handled the pandemic the right way including Satya Nadella of Microsoft, Mary Barra of GM, Corie Barry of Best Buy and others.
52:42 - Teaching Tracy Britt Cool at Harvard, who became Warren Buffett’s protege.
54:21 - Where CEOs go wrong.
And much, much more!

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BOOKS AND RESOURCES

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True North Book.
Bill George's Website.
Trey Lockerbie Twitter.

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