How GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp turns problems into progress

Larry Culp, Chairman and CEO of GE Aerospace, discusses his leadership philosophy, the importance of "lean" principles, and culture-building within large organizations. Drawing from his early exposure to small business through his grandfather's welding shop, Culp emphasizes respect for people, continuous improvement (Kaizen), and customer focus as core tenets. He highlights the value of embracing problems as opportunities for improvement and fostering a team-first mentality. Culp also shares insights on GE's transformation through Lean practices, his relationship with his sensei, and the critical focus on safety within GE Aerospace, where a million people are in the air at any moment using their technology. He underscores the importance of substantive work over superficiality.