How to Be Awesome at Your Job 531: How to Differentiate Yourself to Get Promoted with Stan Silverman
Jan 8, 2020
Stan Silverman, founder and CEO of Silverman Leadership and author of "Be Different! The Key to Business and Career Success," shares his insights on career advancement. He emphasizes that failing is essential for achieving more and advocates for taking calculated risks. Silverman discusses how to challenge policies to foster innovation and why curiosity fuels professional growth. He also highlights the importance of defining success beyond financial metrics, urging listeners to create exceptional customer experiences and focus on their legacy.
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Early Career Firsts
- Stan Silverman used a computer for engineering and finance problems at PQ Corporation, a first at the company.
- This led to promotions in production planning, financial analysis, and eventually marketing.
Beyond Engineering
- Curiosity and a desire for broader business skills drove Silverman's exploration beyond engineering.
- Pursuing an MBA allowed him to make strategic decisions, impacting the business's future.
Childhood Curiosity
- Silverman's curiosity started young, experimenting with a chemistry set and even making gunpowder.
- This early experimentation fostered his problem-solving and engineering mindset.
