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Walt Rakowich, former Prologis CEO

Walt Rakowich, former Prologis CEO

FromThe Walker Webcast


Walt Rakowich, former Prologis CEO

FromThe Walker Webcast

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Length:
58 minutes
Released:
Feb 20, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Leadership and the traits of a true leader

Former Prologis CEO Walt Rakowich joined the Walker Webcast to discuss the leadership lessons outlined in his book "Transfluence: How to Lead with Transformative Influence in Today's Climates of Change" and his experience leading Prologis through the Great Recession.

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1:56 Willy introduces Walt
3:08 Willy discusses not being named CEO of Prologis
4:31 Background at Prologis
6:50 Organizational arrogance / warning signs
9:38 Having business coach to point out weaknesses
12:16 Importance of vulnerability
18:06 Leading by example as CEO
23:00 Courage to be transparent
27:31 Paradigm between fear and faith
35:08 Leaders must understand access, diversity, and acceleration
40:33 Companies must be specialized
41:57 Artificial Intelligence, technology, and unemployment
45:48 Fears of CEOs and what makes a great leader
53:29 Humility and courage

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Released:
Feb 20, 2021
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