How Leaders Lead with David Novak #200: Ram Charan, the world’s most influential business consultant – Ask incisive questions
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Aug 15, 2024 
Ram Charan, a legendary business consultant and New York Times bestselling author, dives into the art of asking incisive questions that cut through organizational complexity. He emphasizes that smart hiring involves more than just talent and predicts the evolving landscape of U.S. business in China. Charan reveals two essential elements of execution, the three core factors for success every leader should embrace, and shares insights from his journey from academia to consulting, highlighting the continuous growth that defines effective leadership.
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Power of Incisive Questions
- Ask incisive questions to cut through complexity and find the core problem.
- Make questions short, focused, and less than 15 words to gain better insights.
One-Page Strategy Success
- Ram wrote a one-page strategy for AT&T after the chairman challenged lower level people to do so.
- The chairman approved it immediately, showing power of clarity and simplicity in strategy.
Helping People Face Reality
- To help people confront reality, present facts and external changes clearly.
- Revealing blind spots helps leaders see the real situation and prepare for future challenges.