Jensen Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), has an unconventional approach to management. He recently revealed that he does not schedule one-on-one meetings with his direct reports unless they specifically request it.
What Happened: Huang, who co-founded Nvidia in 1993, shared his unique managerial style during a talk at Stanford University in March, reported CNBC Make It on Wednesday.
He leads a team of 55 individuals, all of whom report directly to him. Huang’s management structure is designed to facilitate quick information flow and agility, which means he avoids unnecessary meetings, including regular check-ins with his direct reports.
“Unless they need me, then I’ll drop everything for them,” Huang said.
His approach is in stark contrast to traditional management styles, where regular one-on-one meetings are the norm. Huang and his executives communicate enough throughout the workday to stay on the same page without needing formal meetings.
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