

A Time to Lead and a Time for Working Together Part 1 - Alan Mulally
In this episode, Alan Mulally, the former CEO of Ford and Boeing and Craig Dowden discuss the five-element of the working together management system and how it focuses on emotion, strength, mindset, the nature of leadership, teamwork and ways to bring authentic leadership qualities to life as a cohesive working unit. The discussion highlights the importance of creating an environment conducive to collaboration and open communication, how to bridge foundational leadership qualities like civility and humility and establishing psychological safety.
The episode also addresses fundamental questions every leader should consider and strategies for making team members feel a sense of belonging. Throughout, the focus is on inclusive leadership and the impact it has on team development and growth.
How can you use these elements to build a cohesive team, align team values and behaviors, and explore the full potential of leadership qualities within your organization?
What You’ll Learn:
Ways to bring leadership qualities to life through a system of working together as a unit
The importance of creating a working environment that is conducive to working together
How to bridge together the two foundational leadership qualities, civility and humility
The 3 fundamental questions every leader should address
The compelling vision - Comprehensive Strategy and Relentless Implementation
How to make and give others a sense of belonging as the leader
The process of growing one’s leadership capabilities
The power of synergies that arise from self-awareness and awareness of others
The role of a leader’s mindset and its effect on practices and the management system
How inclusive leadership can influence the team’s self-development and growth
Maximizing human potential and the art of separating tasks from individuals
The process of building good emotional resiliency
Involving the team in shaping the growth strategy and
Giving team members the choice to change, improve, participate and do better
Setting the stage for the team to believe in the vision and strategy
More of Alan:
Alan Mulally is an American aerospace engineer and manufacturing executive. He served as the CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes and later as president and CEO of Ford Motor Company. He led the transformation of Ford Motor Company into a top automobile brand. Mulally is credited with turning around both Ford and Boeing during challenging times. He made significant contributions to Boeing projects and was known for his role in the design of the first all-digital flight deck in a commercial aircraft. Mulally was appointed to the Board of Directors of Google in 2014 and inducted into the International Air & Space Hall of Fame in 2015.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-mulally-29017a130/
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More of Do Good to Lead Well:
Website: https://craigdowden.com/