Nardelli’s Big Comeback: Bold Move or Blunder?
Bob Nardelli’s appointment as CEO of Cerberus-owned Chrysler has stirred up more buzz than almost any executive move in recent memory. The reactions are strong, varied, and anything but neutral. For my full take, check out the USA Today article: Read Here
A Rare Second Chance
Few executives get a do-over quite like this—especially after the controversy and criticism that followed Nardelli’s exit from Home Depot. The working title for this story could have easily been “Failing Upward.” Behind the scenes, the harshest takes have ranged from “This kind of buffoonery sets capitalism back” to “What’s the over/under on how long he lasts?”
Key Questions Ahead
The big question now: Can Nardelli grow from past missteps and sharpen his leadership where it really counts? Because one thing’s certain—he won’t win this race behind the wheel of his old favorite, a Dodge Dart.