Secret Leaders with Dan Murray-Serter & Chris Donnelly

Why Dominos gave away free Rolex’s & reacting to cringe CEOs

Feb 21, 2025

Did you know Domino’s once gave away Rolex watches to franchise owners? The discussion dives into bizarre employee perks, like LEGO's gold bricks and Airbnb’s travel credits. There's a humorous critique of cringe-worthy CEO moments on social media. Personal health assessments are analyzed too, along with contrasting fitness journeys. Plus, insights into the struggles of entrepreneurship and the emotional toll that comes with competition provide a fascinating glimpse into the business world.

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Domino's and LEGO exemplify innovative employee recognition strategies, such as Rolex watches for franchise owners and gold bricks for loyal employees, enhancing motivation.

The podcast highlights the pursuit of longevity through personal health assessments and balancing lifestyle choices to promote long-term wellness.

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Intro

2min

Innovative Employee Motivation and Sweet Business Success

2min

From Injury to Entrepreneurship: A Journey Through Wellness

7min

Health Checks and Fitness Goals

5min

Social Media Satire and Morning Routines

5min

Innovative Employee Rewards and Entrepreneurial Insights

9min

Navigating Startup Challenges and Undervalued Services

3min

Did you know Domino’s used to give out Rolex watches to top-performing franchise owners? Or that LEGO rewarded its employees with solid gold bricks? Some companies go above and beyond to take care of their people. In this episode of Leaders Chat, we break down some of the most surprising employee perks—from Airbnb’s $2,000 annual travel credit to Zappos’ bold “Pay to Quit” policy.

Dan also shares his full-body health analysis, covering everything from vitamin tests to cancer screenings. How does this all tie into Brian Johnson’s quest to live forever? Watch to find out.

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