In this episode of the Behind the Growth podcast, we delve into the insightful perspectives of Faisal Kazi, the President and CEO at Siemens Canada, on the vital aspects of business leadership. Faisal emphasizes adaptability and learning from mistakes as crucial aspects of change management. He also discusses the importance of continuous learning and feedback in creating a progressive work environment.
The conversation highlights the concept of blameless culture, focusing on finding solutions instead of assigning blame. Faisal believes that embracing human imperfections leads to building strong teams and fosters organizational growth.
The episode concludes with Faisal's passion for corporate social responsibility. He explains how Siemens integrates giving back into its core values, reinforcing the belief that a company's purpose should be to benefit society.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the nexus between effective leadership, team-building, and social responsibility.
Key Takeaways
- Take “extreme ownership” of your work, even your mistakes.
- Demand critical feedback to foster continuous learning.
- The purpose of a company is to create benefit for the society.
- Corporate generosity and corporate success are linked.
- No one person is perfect, but a team can be perfect.
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