What if everything you thought about leadership was wrong?
Rudy Alanis grew up in a family where leadership meant service, purpose, and people. But after 25 years in global HR leadership—working at GE, TE Connectivity, Helix Electric, and now as Chief People Officer at Facility Solutions Group (FSG)—he’s learned that success isn’t just about working hard or getting results. It’s about how you lead people along the way.
In this episode of Real Leadership, Rudy shares the defining moments that shaped his leadership philosophy, from his first big reality check with Jack Welch to navigating a high-stakes leadership challenge in post-communist Prague, where trust wasn’t given—it had to be earned.
In this episode, we cover:
🔥 The biggest leadership myth that’s holding companies back
🔥 Why great results don’t always mean great leadership
🔥 How to build a winning team without creating “corporate carnage”
🔥 The mistake that turns high performers into company risks
🔥 Mentors vs. Sponsors – The career secret no one tells you
Time Stamps
08:01: Lessons from Jack Welch: The HR Perspective
14:28: Building Value in the Workplace
20:04: Finding Potential in Adversity
26:05: Cultural Insights from Prague: A New Perspective
27:08: Cultural Connections and Resilience
29:00: The Importance of Respect in M&A
30:21: Transforming Hard Work into Value
33:25: Understanding Facility Solutions Group
37:11: Attracting Talent in a Changing Landscape
40:42: Engaging Employees for Success
43:24: Staying Inspired as a Cultural Ambassador
Show Notes
- Rudy’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rudyalanis/
- Facility Solutions Group (FSG): fsg.com/
- FSG LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/facility-solutions-group/
- Jim Weaver on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jim-weaver-36457418
- The Ōnin Group: oningroup.com/clients
Real Leadership Podcast: realleadership.oningroup.com
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