In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ram Charan, a world-renowned business consultant, former professor, and author of over 30 best-selling leadership books, including his most recent book, Rethinking Competitive Advantage. Ram Charan talks about digital transformation and how organizations can adapt to achieve a competitive advantage.
Some highlights:
-The difference between leaders and business people
-Ram Charan on the importance of understanding consumer behavior
-Ram Charan on the impact of technology on organizations
-How to achieve a competitive advantage
-Importance of leadership and board accountability
-Ram Charan on how successful leaders think
Also mentioned in this episode:
Andy Grove, former CEO of Intel Corporation
Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric
AG Lafley, former CEO of Procter and Gamble
Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple
Douglas McMillon, CEO of Walmart
Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
John S. Reed, former CEO of Citicorp
Rethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for the Digital Age (https://www.amazon.com/Rethinking-Competitive-Advantage-Rules-Digital/dp/052557560X)
Book by Ram Charan
The Game-Changer: How You Can Drive Revenue and Profit Growth with Innovation (https://www.amazon.com/Game-Changer-Revenue-Profit-Growth-Innovation/dp/0307381730)
Book by Alan G. Lafley and Ram Charan
Connect with Ram Charan:
Ram Charan Official Website (https://ram-charan.com/)
Ram Charan on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcharan/)
Ram Charan on Twitter (https://twitter.com/DrRam_Charan)
Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:
MahanTavakoli.com (https://mahantavakoli.com/)
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Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:
Mahan Tavakoli Website (https://mahantavakoli.com/)
Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/)
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