Today’s guest is Annie Young-Scrivner, CEO of Wella, one of the world’s top beauty companies.
Annie is a seasoned leader with a phenomenal track record of growth in her prior roles at Godiva, Starbucks, and PepsiCo.
You don’t get that kind of consistency without being a strong leader. And one thing that makes Annie a strong leader is that she intentionally surrounds herself with diverse perspectives. Even more importantly, she really listens and learns from them.
It’s a must-have skill for leaders.
You’ve got to seek out people who see things differently than you if you want to make better decisions, build stronger teams, and really push yourself and your organization to grow.
Listen to this conversation to see how it’s done.
You’ll also learn:
- Three practical tips to manage people who are older than you
- Specific questions to ask in order to understand and grow a business
- Priceless advice for perfectionists who feel like they need to have all the answers
- Why every leader needs an external network – and how to develop it
- One idea to use next time you present over Zoom to ensure you connect with your team
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Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
