The meez Podcast Will Guidara on Unreasonable Hospitality, Leadership, and the Power of Journaling
#72. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey welcomes Will Guidara, a renowned figure in the culinary world. Will is the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, once ranked as the number one restaurant in the world. He recently co-produced the hit show "The Bear" and writes the fascinating newsletter "Pre-Meal," which draws inspiration from the daily pre-meal rituals at Eleven Madison Park.
Will is also the author of the acclaimed book "Unreasonable Hospitality". The book delves into the concept of unreasonable hospitality and its application in various organizations, making it essential reading for anyone in business or customer-facing roles. Will's journey includes founding the consulting firm, Thank You, and co-founding The Welcome Conference, a platform for hospitality professionals to share insights and experiences.
Josh and Will share a long history, having worked together at the restaurant Tabla under Chef Floyd Cardoz over two decades ago. In this episode, they discuss a wide range of topics, including the power of journaling, leadership, management strategies, and the art of decision-making. They also touch on the challenges and joys of practicing unreasonable hospitality, even in unexpected ways.
This conversation offers a rare glimpse into Will's experiences and insights, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in hospitality, leadership, or personal growth. Tune in to hear more about Will Guidara's remarkable journey and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way.
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In this episode, we cover:
(02:35): Will Guidara's thoughts on daily journaling
(14:18): How Will recalls important moments from the past
(17:47): How Will's dad went above and beyond in parenting
(27:05): How parenting evolves into leadership
(29:39): The most important "unreasonable" thing that has happened to Will
(34:25): The 95/5 rule
(42:09): How to jumpstart a culture of Unreasonable Hospitality
(43:33): What's next for Will Guidara