Tom Sweet | CFO & EVP of Dell Technologies
Mays MasterCast | Episode #123
Is it possible to over communicate?đź’¬
Tom Sweet, CFO & EVP at Dell Technologies joins and delivers executive-level insight to form the culture your company/ team needs. Some of today’s topics include: how a variety of jobs stretches you, how to pick and coach your next manager and why you need to keep everyone in the loop. This might be a great reminder going into your work week:
In the absence of communication, people make up their own narrative. We hope all of you are staying safe and we appreciate Tom giving his time and hope you enjoy the episode! Thanks and Gig 'em! 📺&👂 (https://u.tamu.edu/zwkHRDp1)
Contact:
Tom Sweet
CFO Dell Technologies
Timestamps:
(0:00 - 1:35) Intro
(1:36 - 3:35) Super Intelligence & The Letter “R”
(3:36 - 8:22) What Prepared You For Your Current Position/ Breakthrough Moments
(8:23 - 11:10) How Dell Is Doing Business in 2021
(11:11 - 13:22) The Edge
(13:23 - 16:21) Top Two Challenges Tom Has Led His Team Through
(16:22 - 17:44) Evolving Culture Using Encouraging Communication
(17:45 - 19:14) Choosing The Right Executive
(19:15 - 23:21) Coaching To Expand Your Sphere of Influence: Introverts & Extroverts
(23:22 - 26:34) Greatest Assets to Weather the Pandemic & The Challenge of Communication
(26:35 - 27:50) The Future of Tech in Texas
(27:51 - 29:02) Involvement With The Salvation Army
(29:03 - 32:18) Career Path: One Vs. Many
(32:19 - 34:15) Rapid Fire & Good Bull
(34:16 - 39:53) Top Three Takeaways/ Outro
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