The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish #151 Alan Mulally: The Power Of Working Together
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Nov 1, 2022 
Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford and Boeing veteran, shares his insights on effective leadership and teamwork. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and a supportive culture in achieving collective goals. Mulally discusses the transformative power of love and service in leadership, alongside creating an integrated life that balances work and family. He dives into building a positive organizational culture through attentive communication and shared values, ultimately redefining success as meaningful contributions that benefit society.
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Family Persuasion
- Alan Mulally initially declined Bill Ford's offer to lead Ford, preferring to stay at Boeing.
- His family, wanting to see him take on the challenge and "drive a Mustang," persuaded him to reconsider.
Culture of Love
- Create a culture of love by design, demonstrating love for the work and all participants.
- Establish clear principles like "people first" and "include everybody" to foster collaboration.
Red Chart
- Mulally introduced the "working together" principles at Ford, initially met with skepticism.
- When a leader finally presented a "red" chart, signifying a problem, Mulally's positive reaction shifted the culture.