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This is leadership. Communication builds trust. Trust builds loyalty. Humility and taking ownership builds respect. This kind of honesty and humility are rare commodities in corporate America today. I’m quite grateful to be associated with a company that strives to lead in all of these areas. 👏👏👏👏👏👏 #ownit #takeownership #humbleyourself #humility #leadbyexample #leadership #communication #trust #respectforpeople

Taking responsibility is the hallmark of leadership. It's an easy and lazy thing to push blames around and jump from one excuse to another. This Costco letter speaks a lot about the quality of leadership and strong emotional intelligence they exude. They know the value of their workforce and are willing to do whatever it takes to keep them satisfied while they are at it. For lazy leaders, one day you shall run out of excuses and you'll be face with the realities of your indolence. #leadership #values

After reading about thoughts on work culture right before the holidays by Wayfairs CEO, Niraj Shah, this letter by the CEO of Costco gives me hope that some leaders are in touch with reality and accept responsibility for their companies culture.

The first step to fixing a problem is to first acknowledge it. 👏

🚨 FOOD INDUSTRY NEWS 🚨 Starbucks announces it will be making several leadership changes that will go into effect this week. According to the company, the aim is to "create a clear geographic leadership structure, supported by global functions with deep functional expertise and the ability to drive impact on a global scale". ☕ #starbucks #coffee #csuite #foodindustry #newsletter

They ARE very influential!!! Michael Murray Frasers Group power is colossal and Retail Week have seen this and awarded them most influential leaders. My open questions to them as most influential leaders with loads of power to have open conversation around progression in retail remain open following Frasers Group Frasersfest (and the amount of DM's I'm still getting here and Positive Retail instagram) As a leadership team can you ask yourselves the following... 1. Is this 2024 leadership? Do we care? Why did partners send those leaders? Do we care? What are our policies here, what are partners policies? Do we care? 2. As a leadership team lets read Aja Barber’s Consumed: The need for collective change; colonialism, climate change & consumerism and discuss it internally. Then lets buy it for all employees and discuss it openly as an organisation. Then lets buy it for brand partners and discuss it. We are powerful and have the power to change things here. 3. On reflection are the optics here a bit Henry VIII/ Bullingdon club?

🌟 Unconventional Leadership Insights: A Starbucks CEO's Journey 🌟 Laxman Narasimhan embraced an extraordinary CEO onboarding experience, investing about five times the typical duration. This unique approach provided him with invaluable insights as he immersed himself in the world of Starbucks cafes, gaining firsthand experience of the challenges faced by their partners. Now, as the new Starbucks CEO, he's spearheading initiatives to enhance store staffing levels, personally overseeing the transformation of struggling cafes, and addressing issues with inconsistent store inventories. In Laxman's own words, "Having worked as a partner, it's clear to me that there are things that we need to do." His commitment to bridging the gap between leadership and the frontline workforce is palpable. This deep dive into the Starbucks CEO's journey reveals a leader dedicated to understanding every facet of his organization. It's a testament to the power of hands-on experience in driving meaningful change. 💪 #StarbucksLeadership #OnboardingInsights #FrontlineUnderstanding #StarbucksCEO #LeadershipInsights #UnconventionalOnboarding #FrontlineWorkforce #StoreTransformation

Starbucks has taken a significant step forward by naming Brian Niccol the former CEO of Chipotle, as its new leader. This move comes amidst declining sales and investor pressure. Niccol is known for his transformative leadership at Chipotle, driving substantial growth through menu innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation. During Niccol’s tenure at Chipotle, the company witnessed a remarkable transformation, with revenue nearly doubling and stock price surging by almost 800%. Starbucks is banking on Niccol’s successful track record to rejuvenate the company, improve customer experiences, and stimulate growth. The decision has already yielded positive results, with Starbucks’ shares experiencing a notable increase post-announcement. #Starbucks #BrianNiccol #LeadershipChange #CEOAppointment #BusinessNews #CorporateLeadership #Innovation #GrowthStrategy #DigitalTransformation #OperationalExcellence #StockMarket #RetailIndustry #CoffeeCulture

I love reading this! What better way understand your employees and their needs than to experience yourself? Experiencing their struggles firsthand can be a game changer. It's one thing to listen, but actually living it can give you a clear understanding of what's needed. Not only for them, but your business as well. #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipTips