In this episode, R Gopalakrishnan, corporate advisor and author, discusses insights from his book "Inside the Boardroom" on governance and human behaviour. He explores the balance of creativity and discipline needed in companies, using analogies. Gopal emphasizes the bias traps directors face. He shares perspectives on governance in startups, the steering role of governance so companies don't "crash", and the behavioural factors that shape strategic decisions.
00:33- About R Gopalakrishnan
Mr. Gopalakrishnan is the author of a book titled 'Inside the Boardroom - How Behaviour Trumps Rationality'.
He's the chief executive officer of Mindworks.
He's the former vice-chairman of Hindustan Unilever Limited, the Director of Tata Sons, the Chairman of Castor Oil, India, and the Director of the Press Trust of India.
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