What piece of advice do you wish someone had given you at the start of your career?
Be focused on the desired outcome, develop expertise in an area where you have a facility. Develop your weak points sufficiently to not attract attention to them. Delegate areas you do not excel in. Be cognizant of trends. Be ready to change business orientation.
Who are your biggest influences and people you admire and why?
My mother’s sense of adventure, love of life, and incessant curiosity. The past CEO and Chairman of Nestle because he is bright, attractive, loyal in his friendships, and a mover and shaker. He evolved throughout his career.
Name a person who helped you along the way?
The CEO of Nestle because he helped me get the first big contract that gave me the confidence to develop my business.
What do you see as your greatest success in life, so far?
My greatest success are the people I helped move forward in their careers and find more meaning and success in what they do.
What book would you recommend and why?
“Managing Brilliant Jerks: How Organizations and Coaches can Transform Difficult Leaders into Powerful Visionaries”
It is a case study, easy to read, and provides tactics to better identify, manage and help difficult leaders.
What’s a personal self-talk, mantra, affirmation or self-belief that contributes
You are enough, and if you are not enough, find the resources.
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