Big Shot How Issy Sharp Built The Four Seasons and Transformed The Hospitality Industry Forever (Part 1)
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Jun 15, 2023 "Big Shot" welcomes Isadore (Issy) Sharp, the founder of The Four Seasons. In this episode, Issy shares his incredible journey, from growing up in construction to meeting his wife over 70 years ago. Learn about the concepts that made The Four Seasons successful, his fearlessness, and the best investment of all time.
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Issy Sharp's Upbringing
- Issy Sharp's mother was the family matriarch and a driving force in their lives.
- His parents instilled strong values of self-sufficiency and perseverance in their children.
Honoring Commitments
- Issy's father honored a contract despite losing money, demonstrating strong principles.
- This experience taught Issy the importance of integrity and commitment.
Early Work Experience
- Issy Sharp worked construction during summers, learning valuable lessons from immigrant workers.
- He admired their work ethic and learned the importance of effort and respect.