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068. Frank Blake: Culture Lessons from a Fortune 50 CEO

Leading Transformational Change with Tobias Sturesson

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Unexpected CEO Appointment at Home Depot

The chapter discusses the surprising turn of events when a new CEO is appointed unexpectedly at Home Depot amid struggles and low performance. The new CEO shares the skepticism he faced due to his lack of retail experience and details his initial tasks, including recording a momentous speech for the company. It highlights a significant moment when the CEO seeks advice from his son on how to convey the company's culture to 350,000 associates.

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