Join Chuck Firlotte on Heart to Heart, a podcast series on leadership from the Welch College of Business and Technology at Sacred Heart University, as he sits down with authors Ted Mann and Tom Gryta. They discuss their book, "Lights Out: Pride, Delusion, and The Fall of General Electric," offering a fascinating look into the complexities of GE's leadership transitions, corporate culture, and strategic missteps.

In this insightful conversation, Ted and Tom, both former Wall Street Journal journalists, delve into:

• Their journalism careers: Hear about their journeys in writing and how they came to cover General Electric.
  
  
• The challenge of covering GE: Understand the intricate and often intentionally complicated nature of reporting on such a massive corporation.
  
  
• The succession of leadership: Explore the transition from Jack Welch to Jeff Immelt and the differing leadership styles and challenges faced by each CEO.
  
  
• The role of pride and delusion: Discover how a culture of exceptionalism and an unwillingness to confront difficult truths contributed to GE's decline.
  
  
• The impact of external factors: Learn how events like 9/11, Enron, and Sarbanes-Oxley influenced GE's trajectory.
  
  
• The board's effectiveness: A critical look at the GE board's coziness and its role in oversight and decision-making.
  
  
• Lessons for corporate leadership: Gain valuable insights for aspiring and seasoned leaders on the importance of fundamentals, skepticism, and fostering open dialogue.
  
  
• GE today: An update on the company's current state and the reasons behind its breakup into distinct entities.
  
  

This discussion offers a compelling narrative of a corporate giant and provides essential lessons on leadership, governance, and the importance of adapting to a changing world.
SPONSORED BY: Aquarion Water Company, Bridgeport CT and Ganim Financial Management, Shelton CT

The wait is over! 🎉
The very first episode of the "Heart to Heart"*podcast from the Sacred Heart University Jack Welch College of Business & Technology is now live! Join host Chuck Firlotte as he sits down with Jeff Flaks, CEO of Hartford HealthCare, for an incredible conversation on leadership, innovation, and purpose.

In this powerful episode, Flaks shares his inspiring journey from a delivery boy to the leader of a massive healthcare system. He discusses the evolution of Hartford HealthCare from two hospitals to 540 locations, highlighting their commitment to community-based care and accessibility through initiatives like their 24/7 virtual care kiosk at Bradley Airport.

Jeff also delves into the challenges and rewards of leading a healthcare organization, the importance of fostering a supportive culture, and the critical need to address professional burnout. He concludes by sharing his personal leadership philosophy: **"the best at getting better."**

This is an episode you don't want to miss, packed with wisdom for leaders and young professionals alike.

A huge thank you to our sponsors:
* Aquarion Water Company, Bridgeport, CT
* Ganim Financial Management, Shelton, CT

WATCH the full episode now! https://youtu.be/5RIFunSh2Mk?feature=shared

Don't miss it! Coming Tomorrow, the first episode of the "Heart to Heart" podcast from the Sacred Heart University Jack Welch College of Business & Technology.

Our inaugural guest is Jeffrey Flaks, CEO of Hartford HealthCare, who shares his inspiring journey from a delivery boy to a healthcare system leader. The episode is hosted by successful business executive @Charles Firlotte, who explores the importance of leadership and how to align people, strategy, and resources for optimal performance.

In this teaser Laura Campbell of InspireCorps, an organization that works with executive leaders, shares her excitement for the new podcast. She believes that now more than ever, we need thought leadership on how executives can improve in today's world. Campbell praises Firlotte as the ideal host, noting his exceptional ability to uncover the subtle yet most important aspects of any conversation, which she believes will make his discussions on modern leadership both surprising and inspiring.

A big thank you to our sponsors:

Aquarion Water Company, Bridgeport, CT

Ganim Financial Management, Shelton, CT

Get ready to be inspired!

Stay tuned for our first episode!