after dinner speaker and conference speaking


	Leadership Lion

	Strongest influence Vince Lombardi - One of the greatest American football coaches in history. In 1960s, Lombardi transformed the Green Bay Packers into a perennial powerhouse. He led the Packers to five NFL championships during his nine-year coaching stint in Green Bay by demanding dedication, intensity and sacrifice from each and every player. Best decision To work for myself and to build a successful organisation with the help, co-operation and commitment of others Worst decision Giving up rugby! Most admired chief executive Marcus Sieff. During his time at Marks & Spencers he would call the manager of the five stores every Saturday at 5pm. He would ask them how their day had gone. a great man. Most admired organisation The emergency services, which consistently performs vital work under considerable pressure, and the exceptional voluntary status of lifeboat men in particular, warrants both respect and admiration. Time-management tip Set goals and objectives at the start of the day, but be sure to write them down. Leadership style A high influence style with good delegation. What would you change about British business? I'd stop whingeing and get British business to start believing themselves to be the world-class performers that they truly are. Most overused phrase "God I'm knackered." Other people's "The bloody trouble is...." Favourite quotation "You can’t fire a cannon out of a canoe." A metaphor that speaks for itself. Pet hate Lateness... it's a sign of disrespect. Currently reading Marcus Sieff. During his time at Marks & Spencer he would call the manager of the five stores every Saturday at 5pm and ask them how their day had gone… A great man! Greatest etravagance Helicopter flying - whenever the opportunity arises. Least favorite personal characteristic My own impatience with people who deserve more of my time. Fantasy job To spend a year teaching in the most under-performing school in England to see if I can tap into the magic of individuals What makes you laugh True stories where the joke is on me. As a crew member on the last “ Challenge round-the-world yacht race, my nickname was Sherlock because I didn’t have a clue. Advice to a budding entrepreneu Trust your gut... it's driven by your brain. Personal goal To create an environment where ordinary people can achieve extraordinary results and prove to themselves just how good they really are.
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