Jim Keyes
Former CEO of 7‑Eleven and Blockbuster and author of Education Is Freedom, sharing leadership lessons, turnaround experience and meta‑skills for navigating change.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 60min
571: Jim Keyes - Legendary CEO of 7-Eleven & Blockbuster Shares How To Get Promoted, Turn a Business Around, Learn From Failure, & Why Education Is Freedom
Former CEO of 7-Eleven & Blockbuster, Jim Keyes, shares how to get promoted by focusing on solving company problems, the importance of change & preparation, and how education is freedom. He discusses the power of honesty, authenticity, and seizing opportunities in advancing one's career.
Oct 29, 2025 • 41min
843b retirement was never the goal, what Warren Buffet told him & navigating change (former CEO of 7-Eleven & Blockbuster)
Jim Keyes, former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, shares insights from his leadership journey and the evolution of his career. He questions the notion of retirement, advocating for passion-driven work instead. Jim discusses his transition to art school after 21 years at 7-Eleven and debunks myths about Blockbuster's demise, citing cash flow issues and industry shifts. He highlights his 'three C's' for success: change, confidence, and clarity, while emphasizing the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity.
