VIP Speaker Series: A. G. Lafley, Procter & Gamble

McCombs School of Business Dean Tom Gilligan interviewed former Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble, A.G. Lafley, as part of the VIP Distinguished Speaker Series.

During Lafley's nearly 33 years at P&G, sales doubled, profits quadrupled and the company's market value increased by more than $100 billion. Lafley discussed his experiences with P&G and lessons learned.

"Failure is all about learning. So get out there and fail a lot," he said, describing his early employment history.

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[coladoleon80]

P&G is not a bad company but maybe they should keep and eye on some managers, specially Maureen O Shea (P&G Spain).

Some months ago, on my way to university I heard a boy talking to a friend and briefing. Maureen came as a new manager, and she didn't want him to continue. The reaons are long hair, he studied in a public university. Even his supervisor confirmed that. There's nothing to do with crisis. At least 3 new employes have been recruited (private universities, upper class, etc.