Does Culture Trump Talent? - Johnson Controls' VP & CTO, Vijay Sankaran

Update: 2024-07-01

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Does culture trump talent when it comes to building high-performing teams?

In the latest episode of our CEO Tech Live podcast series, renowned speaker and best-selling author Ben Fanning speaks with Vijay Sankaran, Johnson Controls' Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. Vijay’s proven leadership skills reveal what truly makes teams excel.

You'll Discover:

The importance of a collaborative, transparent culture over academic creds

How self-awareness shapes effective leadership and team dynamics

Real-life stories of resilience and humor in navigating challenging times

Delve into the secrets of enabling transformation with care and culture at the core. Don't miss these invaluable lessons!

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Vijay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijay-sankaran-762a9/

Johnson Controls: https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/

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Does Culture Trump Talent? - Johnson Controls' VP & CTO, Vijay Sankaran

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Does Culture Trump Talent? - Johnson Controls' VP & CTO, Vijay Sankaran

Does Culture Trump Talent? - Johnson Controls' VP & CTO, Vijay Sankaran