Jack Welch

Jack Welch was an influential American businessman best known for his leadership as CEO of General Electric (GE) from 1981 to 2001. Under his management, GE became one of the world's most valuable companies, emphasizing efficiency, innovation, and a rigorous performance evaluation system. Welch implemented the "rank and yank" method, focusing on the top-performing employees while letting go of the lower performers. His management style and strategies, often termed "Welchism," are studied in business schools and have left a lasting impact on corporate leadership and organizational practices. He also authored several bestselling books on management and leadership.