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Intangible Greatness

Apr 6, 2024
James Rhee, former CEO of Ashley Stewart, professor, and author of 'Red Helicopter,' dives into the art of business resilience. He shares the unexpected turnaround of Ashley Stewart, emphasizing the balance between kindness and strategic growth. Rhee redefines accounting concepts, suggesting that liabilities can transform into assets through solid community relationships. He also explores the importance of aligning personal values with corporate culture, advocating for kindness and innovative compensation as keys to empowering employees and driving business success.
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  • Kindness is essential for effective corporate leadership, emphasizing empathy and honesty in decision-making.
  • Redefining assets and liabilities challenges traditional accounting principles, highlighting the need for a 'lemonade stand economics' approach.

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Challenging Conventional Leadership Norms with Kindness and Math

The podcast episode delves into James Reid's new book, 'Red Helicopter', which advocates for leading change through kindness and mathematical honesty. Reid, a former CEO, shares lessons learned from his time at Ashley Stewart, focusing on the importance of kindness in corporate leadership. He emphasizes the need for truth-seeking and kindness in navigating challenging business situations, highlighting the power of empathy and honesty in decision-making.

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