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 thinkAlso mentioned in this episode:Andy Grove, former CEO of Intel CorporationJack Welch, former CEO of General Electric AG Lafley, former CEO of Procter and GambleSteve Jobs, co-founder of AppleTim Cook, CEO of AppleDouglas McMillon, CEO of WalmartMary Barra, CEO of General MotorsJohn S. Reed, former CEO of CiticorpRethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for the Digital AgeBook by Ram CharanThe Game-Changer: How You Can Drive Revenue and Profit Growth with InnovationBook by Alan G. Lafley and Ram CharanConnect with Ram Charan:Ram Charan Official WebsiteRam Charan on LinkedInRam Charan on TwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website