Why Automakers have to reinvent how they do business

Why Automakers have to reinvent how they do business

Automakers can reinvent products — but can they reinvent how they do business? 🚗

In this episode, Jan Griffiths sits down with Kate Vitasek, creator of the Vested Methodology, to explore why the old win-at-all-costs mindset is holding leaders back and how collaboration, trust, and authentic leadership can drive the future of the automotive industry.

If you’re ready to move from command-and-control to partnership and culture transformation, this conversation is for you.

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Episode Highlights
[03:49] From Power to Partnership
[09:03] The Illusion of Short-Term Wins
[11:49] Collaboration Isn’t Slower
[16:09] Power’s Hidden Costs
[19:09] Ego Kills Deals
[20:53] When Ego Shapes Policy
[22:41] From Intent to Action
[24:44] Culture Must Be Consistent
[26:23] Defining How You Negotiate
[29:06] Quickfire Takeaways
[31:30] Start with a Pilot


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