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Masters of Scale

Asking questions that scale, with AG1’s Kat Cole

Jul 25, 2024
Kat Cole, CEO of Athletic Greens and former executive at Hooters and Cinnabon, shares her journey from a teen restaurant employee to a CEO. She delves into the importance of asking the right questions for personal and professional growth. Kat discusses her experiences managing cultural challenges while opening international locations and how they shaped her leadership style. Additionally, she introduces her 'Hot Shot Rule' for self-improvement and highlights AG1's commitment to quality and innovation in health supplements.
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Quick takeaways

  • Asking the right questions is crucial for scaling a business successfully and forging a strategic path.
  • Leaders can address cultural gaps and conflicts effectively through negotiation, empathy, and prioritizing staff comfort.

Deep dives

Kat Cole's Journey from Hooters to Athletic Greens

Kat Cole's transformative career journey from working at Hooters, where she started as a 15-year-old hostess, to becoming the President of Athletic Greens, a billion-dollar health supplement company. Her experience showcases her growth from the restaurant industry to leading a successful health-focused brand.

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