Kwame Marfo, a director at Genentech, shares his inspiring journey from Ghana to the Bay Area, influenced by the legacy of his father. He highlights the significance of aligning personal values with career decisions, underscoring that clarity about one’s 'why' can transform professional fulfillment. Kwame emphasizes the power of curiosity in building authentic connections and reflects on the importance of diverse leadership experiences. Through journaling, he gains insights that guide his path toward impactful healthcare initiatives.
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Personal Inspiration
Kwame Marfo's career at Genentech is driven by his father's experience with kidney failure in Ghana.
Limited access to treatment options fueled Kwame's desire to improve healthcare access worldwide.
insights INSIGHT
Core Values
Kwame's core values of service and generosity stem from witnessing the support his family received.
He aims to multiply this generosity and empathy in his work and life.
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Building Relationships
Build relationships by asking about books and podcasts.
Kwame discovered Coaching for Leaders through this method, emphasizing genuine curiosity.
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In 'Start with Why', Simon Sinek introduces the concept of 'The Golden Circle', which consists of 'Why', 'How', and 'What'. He argues that successful leaders and organizations start with their purpose or 'Why', which inspires loyalty and trust. Sinek uses examples such as Apple, Martin Luther King Jr., and the Wright Brothers to illustrate how this approach can lead to significant influence and success. The book emphasizes the importance of leadership and purpose in inspiring others and achieving long-term success.
Uncommon law
being sixty-six misleading cases revised and collected in one volume, including ten cases not published before
Alan Patrick Herbert
Uncommon Law is a humorous anthology of sixty-six misleading cases, first published in 1935. It satirically examines the English common law through fictional court cases, often featuring the character Albert Haddock. The book is a commentary on various legal themes, including civil liberties and the need for law reform. It has been widely acclaimed for its wit and insight into the legal system.
Kwame Marfo
Kwame Marfo is a director at Genentech in the San Francisco area. He is a graduate of the Coaching for Leaders Academy. He joins me in this episode to share how personal values can align intentionally with career choices.
Key Points
Kwame’s dad inspires the work he does today for others.
An effective way to connect with others is to ask what books and podcasts they are listening to. This value of curiosity also came from Kwame’s dad.
Getting diversity of leadership experience is useful to expand beyond an industry perspective.
Establishing a vision gives clarity to what’s most important.
Journaling has helped Kwame reflect on his life and illuminate gaps that lead to action.
Don’t trust the summary.
Resources Mentioned
UnCommon Law
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