“Create an environment of respectful but robust debate and allow people to disagree.”
In the following interview for CareerBuilder’s Leadership Series, Coinstar, Inc. President and COO Gregg Kaplan talks leadership, philosophy, and leadership philosophies. Continue reading
“It’s so important to be able to go home at the end of the day and say, ‘What I did today was meaningful.’”
In the following interview, Bridget-ann Hart, R.PH., President and Chief Operating Officer of Kinney Drugs, Inc. discusses among other things, the undeniable link between employee satisfaction and customer loyalty, the importance of striving for 100 percent effort 100 percent of the time, and why ‘close enough’ just doesn’t cut it. Continue reading
“You have to give your talent the opportunity to be part of the decisions that are being made, because that’s truly when you get the benefit of working with an A player.”
In the following interview, Jorge Perez Izquierdo, Senior Vice President, Manpower North America, discusses why recruiting and retaining the best talent isn’t simply an HR initiative, but a key leadership role. Continue reading
“Making our people the most valued asset in our company is everyone’s responsibility.”
Patrick E. Connolly, President of Sodexo Health Care Market, discusses the qualities he looks for in employees – and how these qualities contribute to his organization’s success. Continue reading
“You have to be in a place that’s more than a paycheck for people.”
In the following interview, Rick Federico, Chairman and Co-CEO of P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Inc., discusses the simple philosophy that creates a huge effect, the three things that “keep it all going,” and why not having fun is a deal-breaker. Continue reading
“If you’re not prepared for change, you have a tendency to get left behind.”
In this interview with CareerBuilder, Randstad US President Dan Foley discusses the importance of accepting change in the business world, having the courage to do what you believe in, and maintaining a sense of humor throughout it all. Continue reading
“We’re all here to do the same thing: take care of our members.”
In the following interview with CareerBuilder, Eric L. Affeldt, President and CEO of ClubCorp, discusses the importance of being on a first-name basis with employees, how he gets employees to give 100 percent and the three things every leader should do to ensure success. Continue reading
“Challenge your people to be better than they think they can be. People will produce more than they think they can if they’re challenged.”
In the following interview with CareerBuilder, Ray Titus, CEO of United Franchise Group, discusses how he ensures people get ‘the right seat on the bus,’ applies the Golden Rule to business and the evolving definition of ‘work hard, play hard.’ Continue reading
“Establish a vision, be flexible and agree that it’s okay to disagree with the boss.”
Pierre L. Gauthier, President and CEO of Alstom, a global technology services provider, talks leadership lessons with CareerBuilder in the following Q&A. Continue reading
“I’ve always had the philosophy that strategy in leadership is as much about what you don’t do as it is about what you do.”
In the following interview for CareerBuilder’s Leadership Series, Sun Life CEO Wes Thompson reflects on the importance of people as they relate to sustainability, what he looks for in candidates, and the value of trusting your gut. Continue reading
