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608: Leading Consumer Products Groups at the World’s Largest Media Companies, Leading Disney Stores Worldwide, Time Management, Biggest Lessons Learned While at Disney (with Former President of Disney Stores Worldwide Jim Fielding)
Sep 4, 2023
Jim Fielding, former President of Disney Stores Worldwide, discusses his career in consumer products groups at major media companies. Topics include finding balance and prioritizing well-being, creating Disney magic, managing information overload, blending global and local cultures, and managing time while prioritizing self-care.
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Quick takeaways
- Balancing ambition and self-care is crucial for long-term success and well-being.
- Creating magical experiences for customers requires a blend of retail knowledge and storytelling.
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The Importance of Balancing Drive and Rest
Jim Filting reflects on his career journey and emphasizes the need to balance ambition and drive with self-care and rest. He shares how his early focus on career advancement sometimes led to sacrificing personal well-being and relationships. Jim advises listeners to embrace their drive and ambition, but also to control and temper it, ensuring that they take breaks, manage stress, and prioritize their overall health. He highlights the importance of finding a work-life balance and being in harmony with one's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
