CEO of 25 years: I ditched this toxic mindset to become a better boss—'my job was not to command and control'
Why it matters
The CEO of 25 years, Garry Ridge, shares his transformation from a commanding boss to a more collaborative leader, crediting a professor for changing his mindset.
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Market impact analysis based on neutral sentiment with 69% confidence.
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CNBC
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CEO of 25 years: I ditched this toxic mindset to become a better boss—'my job was not to command and control'
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Neutral · 69%
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2025-12-15 14:05
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Original source
Garry Ridge thought that being a commanding boss would make him successful, he said during a podcast appearance — until a professor changed his mind.
Original article published by CNBC on December 15, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.