Larry Bossidy

Larry Bossidy

Larry Bossidy, born March 5, 1935, is a distinguished American businessman and author, best known for his leadership roles in major corporations and his insights on business execution. He graduated from Colgate University in 1957 with a degree in economics and began his career at General Electric (GE), where he spent 34 years rising through various executive positions, including Chief Operating Officer of GE Credit Corporation.

In 1991, Bossidy became Chairman and CEO of AlliedSignal, where he transformed the company into one of the most admired in the industry. Following AlliedSignal’s merger with Honeywell in 1999, he served as Chairman and CEO of Honeywell International until his retirement in 2002. Under his leadership, both companies achieved significant growth and operational improvements.

Bossidy is also a bestselling author, co-writing Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done (2002) and Confronting Reality: Master the New Model for Success (2004), which emphasize the importance of effective execution in business. He has been recognized as CEO of the Year by Financial World magazine and CEO Magazine.

In addition to his corporate roles, Bossidy has served on the boards of several major companies, including Merck & Company and JPMorgan. He remains active as a mentor and advisor to emerging business leaders

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    By : Larry BossidyRam Charan

    Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done

    Execution lays bare the vital, often overlooked art of turning vision into reality—a disciplined journey where strategy falters without action, and leadership is measured by results, not intentions. With incisive clarity, it exposes the tensions between ambition and accountability, revealing how the relentless pursuit of flawless execution can forge or fracture organizations. What does it take to bridge the chasm between planning and doing, and how do leaders inspire teams to carry the weight of responsibility without faltering? This book challenges readers to confront the hard truths of leadership and the unforgiving demands of making things happen in an uncertain world.

    • Originally Published: 2002
    • Publisher: Crown Business, 2002
    • Genre: Non-fiction
    • Pages: 320
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN: 978-0609610572
    • Access: Members