Whole Foods’ John Mackey: Portraying Amazon As Goliath ‘Is A Misconception’
The Whole Foods’ CEO explains why company leaders need to keep a higher purpose top of mind in order to let capitalism reach its full potential.
The Whole Foods’ CEO explains why company leaders need to keep a higher purpose top of mind in order to let capitalism reach its full potential.
Nearly every company claims to abide by some sort of ethical standard, but in today’s climate, more and more organizations must publicly demonstrate their values in order to survive.
In an age where people don’t necessarily get all the facts before going on the offensive, companies that can tap into their hidden superpower of integrity will outperform.
The depth and speed of the disruptions coming at us have thrust CEOs into the spotlight like never before. The best are asking themselves: What kind of leader am I?
The CEO is focused on creating a more inclusive culture and providing mobility options for minority employees so they don’t jump ship. He’s also hoping to inspire his peers to do likewise.
Leaders who aren’t trusted—or who don’t trust others—can communicate all they want, but people will discount everything they say.
It is clear that there is a racist division of power in our country that must be dealt with—and it will take all of us, especially our corporate leaders, to do it successfully.
Our responses to the events of this year reveal much about our corporate ethics and values. We can accept that reality or change it—but we must be honest.
Right or wrong, today we are in an environment where fuses are short, grudges are long and the effects to an organization can be financially devastating.
Nine chiefs move beyond expressing concern to promise to “work” and “invest” in changing the status quo.
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