In this episode of the Social Capital Revolution Podcast, hosted by Chris Benughe, legendary former CEO of Ford and Boeing, Alan Mulally, shares the story of his transformative leadership. Chris and Alan are also joined by Sarah McArthur, former COO of Marshall Goldsmith and Editor in Chief for Leader to Leader publication. Mulally discusses how his 'Working Together' management system, rooted in values of love and service, turned around two iconic American companies.
He delves into his childhood lessons and his simple yet profound principles for fostering transparency and trust within organizations. The episode offers insights on engaging employees, elevating satisfaction ratings to over 90%, and the significance of putting people first in redefining success in business.
00:00 Welcome to the Social Capital Revolution
00:32 Introducing Alan Mulally: Leadership Insights
01:40 The Power of People in Business
02:38 Meet Sarah MacArthur: A Leader of Service
06:12 Alan's Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader
19:50 Transforming Ford: A New Vision
26:42 Facing Challenges Head-On
28:14 A Turning Point in Leadership
29:26 Building a Culture of Trust
31:05 The Power of Transparency
33:00 Integrating Love and Systematic Processes
35:18 Lessons from Boeing to Ford
38:03 The Simplicity of Effective Leadership
42:05 Promoting Working Together
45:23 Creating a Movement for Change
48:50 Final Thoughts and Reflections
