Values-based leadership – Jeffrey Orr, Power Corporation

Jeffrey Orr has a simple message for business students: live your values. “I think people have the impression that there's a different set of ethics and values that apply in business than apply in their personal lives,” he says. “That’s not the case.”

The CEO of Power Corporation says in his experience, successful leaders turn to personal values and instincts when faced with tough business decisions. 

In a wide-ranging conversation with Goldy Hyder on the Speaking of Business podcast, Orr discusses lessons he has learned as a business leader. Key to his philosophy is that consistent approach in his personal and professional lives. It’s an idea he’s eager to pass along to others, gently mentoring the next generation of leaders. 

“Mentoring is not about doing, mentoring is about letting other people do and then coaching, guiding and sharing your own personal lessons,” he says.

Listen to the entire conversation with Goldy Hyder on the Speaking of Business podcast.

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