Published Feb 17, 2022

Rapid Response: "Be confident enough to show your vulnerability," w/Ken Frazier (Merck/General Catalyst)

Ken Frazier, former Merck CEO, delves into leadership, exploring themes of vulnerability, empathy, and adaptability amidst crises, while highlighting the critical role businesses play in promoting social and health equity, and his innovative investment strategies at General Catalyst.

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Rapid Response: "Be confident enough to show your vulnerability," w/Ken Frazier (Merck/General Catalyst)

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Celebrating Milestones

Divided Yet Hopeful

Post-CEO Adventures

Navigating Adaptability

Intentional Inclusion

Business and Social Equity

Pioneering Perspective

Health Equity Vision

Challenging Norms

Scaling Job Training

Embracing Vulnerability

Investing in Innovation

Navigating Change Together

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Navigating Change

Social Equity

Addressing Divisiveness

Innovative Investments

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Rapid Response: "Be confident enough to show your vulnerability," w/Ken Frazier (Merck/General Catalyst)

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Navigating ChangeKen Frazier, former CEO of Merck, discusses the importance of adaptability and vulnerability in leadership. He shares personal experiences and insights on managing crises and fostering empathy and compassion in the workplace.

Navigating Change

Social EquityKen Frazier discusses the pivotal role businesses can play in addressing social and health equity. He shares insights from his initiatives, including OneTen and his vision for health equity.

Social Equity

Addressing DivisivenessKen Frazier explores the growing social divisions in America and the role of leadership in fostering unity. He emphasizes the importance of empathy, kindness, and addressing the whole person in leadership.

Addressing Divisiveness

Innovative InvestmentsKen Frazier explores the nuances of investment strategies in scientific research and emerging technologies. He contrasts his experiences at Merck with his current role at General Catalyst, highlighting the differences in approach and focus.

Innovative Investments

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