When your life depends on getting things your way, collaboration can seem impossible. In times of crisis, gathering evidence, considering others’ needs or listening often give way to fear and urgency. Yet, in the middle of life and death droughts in Chad, Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim - President of the Indigenous Peoples Association, found ways to improve the communication and collaboration of these communities. In this episode, she shares how crisis can allow people to adopt new ways of collaborating. Hindou offers lessons for all of us about what it truly takes to work together when everything is at stake.
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When your life depends on getting things your way, collaboration can seem impossible. In times of crisis, gathering evidence, considering others’ needs or listening often give way to fear and urgency. Yet, in the middle of life and death droughts in Chad, Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim - President of the Indigenous Peoples Association, found ways to improve the communication and collaboration of these communities. In this episode, she shares how crisis can allow people to adopt new ways of collaborating. Hindou offers lessons for all of us about what it truly takes to work together when everything is at stake.
Niren Chaudhary | Panera Brands & David Reimer | ExCo
The Chief Executive Podcast
40 minutes 56 seconds
1 year ago
Niren Chaudhary | Panera Brands & David Reimer | ExCo
Join Mark on this week’s episode of the Chief Executive Podcast for an insightful discussion with Niren Chaudhary, former Chairman of the Board and CEO at Panera Brands, and David Reimer, CEO and Managing Partner of The ExCo Group.
Niren and David share strategies for leading in an era of profound change and the evolving demands on today’s CEOs. Key takeaways include:
The Evolving CEO Role
David emphasizes the need for CEOs to stay adaptable in an ever-changing environment.
Building a Resilient Pipeline
Both leaders stress the importance of fostering curiosity and resilience in future executives, preparing them to lead in unpredictable times.
Creating Psychological Safety
Niren underscores the value of challenging ideas and embracing dissent: "Don’t tell me why you agree with me, tell me why you disagree."
Data Meets Judgment
Niren encourages leaders to use data for informed decisions but warns against waiting for perfection—act when "70% certain" and trust your judgment for the rest.
Discover how today’s leaders can stay agile and foster innovative cultures. Tune in to learn these strategies for navigating modern leadership challenges.
The Chief Executive Podcast
When your life depends on getting things your way, collaboration can seem impossible. In times of crisis, gathering evidence, considering others’ needs or listening often give way to fear and urgency. Yet, in the middle of life and death droughts in Chad, Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim - President of the Indigenous Peoples Association, found ways to improve the communication and collaboration of these communities. In this episode, she shares how crisis can allow people to adopt new ways of collaborating. Hindou offers lessons for all of us about what it truly takes to work together when everything is at stake.
