GE(US:GE) CNBC Television·2025-11-26 21:05Leadership Qualities & CEO Mindset - Great CEOs exhibit boldness in their thinking, avoiding incremental approaches [2] - They cultivate performance-based cultures and build "star teams" rather than teams of individual stars [2][3] - Continuous learning and curiosity about the external world are crucial traits [10] - Servant leadership, balancing confidence with humility, is a key attribute [11] The Four Seasons of Leadership - The four seasons of leadership are stepping up, starting strong, staying ahead, and sending it forward [3][4] - Transitions occur not only at the beginning and end but also around the two- or three-year mark [4] - Successful transitions create significant value, while poorly managed transitions can destroy billions of dollars [5] - Great CEOs avoid stagnation in years three and four, evolving their strategies to adapt to trends [6] Impact of a CEO - A new CEO can initially boost a company's stock [7] - One person can significantly impact a large organization [7] - Breaking up GE into three companies (healthcare, power, and aircraft engines) created extraordinary value [9][10]