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[FIRST NAME GOES HERE], this conversation changed how I view leadership

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read
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Hey Reader,

I’ve wanted to have this conversation for a long time.

This week’s guest is Will Guidara, the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, which became the number one restaurant in the entire world under his leadership. He’s also the author of the New York Times best selling book Unreasonable Hospitality and a producer on The Bear, an Emmy Award winning TV show.

What struck me most about Will wasn’t just how he built a world-class restaurant, it was how deeply he understands people.

Here's some of what we cover:

  • Why criticism, when done thoughtfully, is actually an investment in someone’s growth
  • The simple phrase Will’s team uses instead of “calm down” during stressful moments
  • How one $2 New York hot dog became the most memorable thing a guest experienced at a three Michelin star restaurant
  • Why the best leaders create rhythms, rituals, and meaning for their teams

I walked away from this conversation thinking differently about grace, hospitality, and what people actually remember about us. You don't want to miss this one.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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