Masters of Scale Rapid Response: Make mistakes to make progress, w/GM's Gerald Johnson
Mar 3, 2022
Gerald Johnson, Executive Vice President at General Motors, shares insights into leading the company's shift towards an all-electric future while embracing inclusivity. He emphasizes that making mistakes is essential for progress, advocating for embracing discomfort as a catalyst for learning. Johnson also discusses the importance of combining traditional manufacturing skills with new technologies and highlights the need for open dialogues about diversity and climate equity in the automotive world.
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Hummer Speed
- Gerald Johnson explains the transition from "ventilator speed" to "Hummer speed" at GM.
- "Hummer speed" represents the rapid acceleration needed to achieve an all-electric vehicle future.
Big Fast
- Large organizations can move quickly despite their size.
- GM aims to move "big fast" with its EV transition, exemplified by "Hummer speed."
Early Stages of EV
- The automotive industry is still in the early stages of EV adoption.
- GM is developing a flexible platform to offer a full range of EVs to meet diverse customer needs.