
Michael Covel's Trend Following Ep. 890: David Cote Interview with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio
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Aug 3, 2020 David Cote, former Chairman and CEO of Honeywell, discusses his book 'Winning Now, Winning Later' and highlights the importance of personal responsibility, effective leadership strategies, transparent communication, and the impact of mentorship on career success.
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Engage Frontline Knowledge
- Early factory work taught Cote that many frontline employees felt voiceless and disconnected from purpose.
- That observation influenced Honeywell's operating system to engage employee ideas and practical improvements.
Make Performance Visible
- Make your results visible to influential decision-makers to accelerate career advancement.
- Back your performance with measured visibility rather than self-promotion.
Getting Noticed By Jack Welch
- Jack Welch publicly berated Cote but later rewarded him for standing his ground and protecting colleagues.
- That episode created visibility and accelerated Cote's promotion opportunities.
