Any good CEO will arguably possess strong communication skills, build sustainable relationships and make on-the-spot decisions with ease. This person will be proactive and readily adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Often, they will remain calm under pressure and will balance insight into stakeholder needs while placing an unrelenting focus on delivering business results.
However, a great CEO will do all that and more. This person sets out to transform the industry and then does. Think Steve Jobs with the iPhone. He took the mobile phone in the future. Coco Chanel is considered one of the most influential people of the 20th century for bringing to life her belief that women’s clothing could be both fashionable and comfortable. The ever-popular classic ‘little black dress’ for women and cashmere cardigans are staples today because of her. Then there’s Elon Musk and the Tesla – this visionary took four wheels, a bonnet, and a boot and infused it with ongoing learning capabilities thanks to a wi-fi connection.
L&T Valves’ Chief Executive Mahesh Joshi is one of the great leaders. A true pioneer, Mahesh is looking to not only enhance valves, but he’s also looking to create the future of valves and revolutionize the entire industry in the process.
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