Conversations at the Washington Library

Conversations at the Washington Library


Ford Evening Book Talk: Harry Kraemer

October 08, 2015

Harry Kraemer reveals how, in practical terms, anyone can apply principles of self-reflection, balance, true self confidence, and humility to become a values-based leader and to help create values-based organizations. Drawing on his own experiences as the former CEO and chairman of Baxter International, as well as those of other notable leaders and organizations, Harry lays out a pathway for understanding the principles and putting them into practice, by striving for the five bests:

• Use self-reflection to become your best self as you lead yourself and others more effectively
• Create a best team that understands and appreciates what they’re doing, and why
• Forge best partnerships through win/win collaboration with vendors and customers
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization to generate best investment returns
• Make a difference in the world beyond the organization by becoming a best citizen