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Doug McMillon

04/24/25

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

We need to be clear on what needs to change and what should stay the same to maintain our company's purpose and values.

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View From The Top with Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

View From The Top with Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart

04/24/25

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Adora Cheung

02/24/15

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It's important to communicate your company's mission and core values clearly, as everyone should know them by heart to ensure alignment in decision-making.

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Doug McMillon

04/24/25

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

When I moved into the CEO role, I had to be clear on our purpose and the values and culture we wanted to instill in the organization.

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JC B.

04/23/25

@ EO

It's crucial to be introspective and recognize that the company evolves over time, even if the core fundamentals remain the same.

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Jony Ive

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As organizations grow, the challenge becomes maintaining a clear focus on principles and values, especially when faced with changes and new challenges.

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Jony Ive

05/09/25

@ Stripe

There need to be foundational values and a clear goal to enable and inspire people in our work.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

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Writing down how and why things are done in the company is essential for maintaining clarity and consistency as the team grows.

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Julia Hartz

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

Establishing a company philosophy is daunting, but it's essential to have an anchor that evolves over time, ensuring the team remains aligned and focused.

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Brian Chesky

04/06/17

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You need to be clear about what makes your company unique and hire people who believe in that.

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Qasar Younis

05/15/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

I believe that as a founder, you must navigate the balance between maintaining high standards and adapting to the evolving needs of your company.