Secret Leaders Compilation: These UNTOLD Stories Will Blow Your Mind
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Dec 27, 2024 Deborah Meaden, a renowned entrepreneur known from Dragons' Den, shares her captivating journey from humble beginnings to business success. She reflects on her early entrepreneurial ventures and the challenges faced along the way. Meaden discusses resilience and adaptability, offering insights into seizing opportunities and learning from setbacks. The conversations delve into the thrilling moments of her career, showcasing the evolution from running a stationery shop to leading the family business in amusement arcades, all sprinkled with humor and valuable lessons.
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Putin Interview
- Lionel Barber interviewed Vladimir Putin in 2019, waiting four hours beforehand.
- He strategically spoke German to connect with Putin's KGB past.
Interview Prep
- Prepare thoroughly by talking to people who know the interviewee.
- Don't rely solely on books; personal insights are crucial.
Putin's Risk Appetite
- Bill Burns suggested asking Putin if his risk appetite increased or decreased over 20 years in power.
- Putin's response, referencing champagne and risk-taking, foreshadowed the Ukraine invasion.