

Gary Hamel - What Matters Now Part 1
11 snips May 18, 2025
Gary Hamel, an expert in management strategy and author of 'What Matters Now', shares insights on building resilient organizations in a world of relentless change. He discusses the critical importance of core values like stewardship and accountability, especially after the lessons of the 2008 financial crisis. Gary emphasizes the need to restore trust in capitalism, reconnect business with humanity, and prioritize innovation over mere efficiency. His reflections encourage a transformative approach to leadership, fostering a culture that retains ethical integrity and purpose.
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Capitalism Needs Moral Core
- Capitalism faces a crisis of trust due to inequality and unethical behavior.
- Core values like stewardship, accountability, and equity are essential to restore faith.
Financial Crisis Lessons
- Financial crisis revealed a "Shakespearean catalogue" of deceit and greed in banking.
- Separation of risk management and sales responsibilities led to reckless decisions.
Farmer Values Anecdote
- Gary Hamel shares how his parents farmed with hard work, sacrifice, and accountability.
- They built up cash reserves and diversified to survive crises, embodying farmer values.