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Consistency in leadership and business is not about doing extraordinary things every day—it’s about staying the course and maintaining steady progress. Take Howard Schultz, the CEO of Starbucks, who consistently focused on building a company that served coffee and created a meaningful experience for both customers and employees. His consistent vision, even during times of economic downturn, helped Starbucks grow into a global brand. Schultz’s story shows that staying consistent in vision and daily leadership practices builds long-term success." Reflect on one area of your work where consistent action has led to long-term growth. How has staying consistent helped you overcome professional challenges? #Consistency #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #Willpower #LongTermSuccess #HowardSchultz

❓ Can a CEO who turned a burrito chain around really steer a global coffee empire? 💬 “𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠.” — Brian Niccol Brian Niccol, the previous leader at Chipotle, has been named Starbucks's new CEO. His approach to leadership reminded me of a principle my clients and I often discuss: Simplify. Simplify. Simplify. Simplifying complexity is a game-changer. When I was a leader in a fast-growing creative talent agency, it was the small, straightforward initiatives aligned with our core business that delivered the greatest success. While we pursued larger, more complex changes as well, they often lacked the long-term impact or sustainability of the simpler strategies. Key takeaway: ✅ Leading in tough times requires being laser-focused on core priorities. Tackle the issues that will lead to the largest impact. ✅ Innovate through a series of small changes rather than a large-scale overhaul. Niccol’s tactic of tweaking existing products shows that small changes can lead to big results. ✅ When you do need to make a large-scale change, chunk it out into a series of small, easily 'doable' steps. 👉 What can you do to simplify the complex processes in your department? What changes can you make that would have a meaningful impact on your results? 🔖 🇮🇫 🇾🇴🇺 🇼🇦🇳🇹 🇹🇴 🇰🇳🇴🇼 🇲🇴🇷🇪 🇦🇧🇴🇺🇹 🇧🇷🇮🇦🇳 🇳🇮🇨🇴🇱'🇸 🇦🇵🇵🇷🇴🇦🇨🇭, 🇷🇪🇦🇩 🇹🇭🇪 🇦🇷🇹🇮🇨🇱🇪 🇱🇮🇳🇰🇪🇩 🇮🇳 🇹🇭🇪 🇫🇮🇷🇸🇹 🇨🇴🇲🇲🇪🇳🇹 #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #CEOInsights #JanusCoaching #Starbucks #Innovation #Focus

I love learning from world-class leaders and Starbucks new CEO Brian Niccol just shared 5️⃣ powerful #leadership #lessons in his open letter 30 days into his new role. His turnaround strategy can be applied to any new leader entering a business with high growth goals: 💡#Simplicity of strategy 📍 Focus on #High #Impact rocks ⚙️ Perfect #Fundamentals 🚫 Remove #Distractions 🚀 Rebuild on #Core #Strengths Check out his full letter it's an exceptional example of executive #communications too ☕️ https://lnkd.in/gApkifNa #Leadership #Turnaround #Starbucks #BusinessStrategy

In business, it is often thought that leaders must always have the answers. However, knowing when to say “I can’t do it” and asking for help can be one of the most strategic decisions you make. Take Howard Schultz, the former CEO of Starbucks, as a prime example. When Starbucks hit a low point in 2008, Schultz openly admitted he could not solve the company’s problems alone. He brought in external experts and turned to his team for guidance, helping to transform the brand and rebuild Starbucks into a global powerhouse. His willingness to seek help ultimately led to the company's resurgence. This example highlights a powerful truth: recognising when you need help is not a sign of weakness - it is a sign of leadership maturity. Leaders who are open to support create environments where innovation thrives, and team members feel empowered to step up and contribute their expertise. In business, success is rarely achieved alone. Collaboration, humility, and knowing when to lean on others can elevate both personal and organisational growth. So, do not hesitate to ask for help - it could be the game-changer your business needs. #business #team #success #strategy #motivation

I was reflecting on my passion to drive positive culture in organizations, and how effective leaders understand that fostering a positive, inclusive culture is the bedrock of sustainable success. Here are three iconic leaders who exemplified this principle: 1. Steve Jobs (Apple): His relentless pursuit of excellence and emphasis on innovation became ingrained in Apple’s culture, driving its success beyond mere strategic planning. 2. Richard Branson (Virgin Group): Branson’s emphasis on a fun, people-centric culture at Virgin has been a key factor in the diverse success of his ventures, fostering creativity and adaptability. 3. Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo): Nooyi’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity transformed PepsiCo’s culture, enhancing collaboration and empowering employees, ultimately contributing to the company’s growth. The journey to reach that level of impact on people starts with what I choose to do today. Many will forget who I am when I’m gone, but I aspire to ensure they remember how I made them feel. #Leadership #SuccessMindset”

This is why your product isn't flying off the shelves... Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. CPG companies THRIVE when their leadership embraces DEI. Why? These diverse teams bring varied perspectives to decision-making processes, fostering innovation and a better understanding of diverse consumer markets. It’s not just a shift—it’s an exciting transformation where inclusivity in leadership is the driving force for both social good and business success. Ready to elevate your team and strengthen your leadership? 🌟 Let's make DEI a top priority on your to-do list! Partner with Ellevate and witness the positive impact on your organization’s growth and culture. Together, let’s shape a future where every voice is heard, and every success story is shared. 💭Wondering about the CPG Blueprint for success?💭 It's simple: Exceptional leaders guiding outstanding teams to achieve remarkable results. How? Through tailored Custom Cohort Style Experiences that foster innovation, growth, inspiration, agility, passion, and accountability. Ready to unlock your potential? Schedule your discovery call today! #DEI #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #lead #consumerpackagedgoods #cpgconsultants #cpg #cpgcosmetic

"Leadership Lessons from Steve Jobs In 2007, Howard Schultz, Starbucks' founder and CEO, had a pivotal conversation with Steve Jobs. Jobs urged Schultz to "fire your entire leadership team if you want to save Starbucks." Schultz was hesitant, but Jobs' warning proved prophetic. Within a year, the entire leadership team left the company, except for the general counsel. Schultz later reflected on the conversation, realizing that Jobs' advice was a wake-up call to reevaluate the company's leadership and strategy. Starbuck was saved by him from that time following the advice of Steve & Coherent of Howard's brilliance! Later on the company named him "lifelong Chairman Emeritus." This story highlights the importance of: 1. Seeking guidance from mentors 2. Being open to constructive criticism 3. Making tough decisions to drive change What leadership lessons have you learned from mentors or have you had any such experiences? Share your insights in the comments below! I would love to learn from you :) #Leadership #Mentorship #Innovation #Starbucks #SteveJobs

The Power of Gratitude Gratitude isn't just about being polite—it's a powerful business tool. Leaders like Howard Schultz, former CEO of Starbucks, made a habit of sending handwritten thank-you notes to employees and partners, fostering loyalty and building a culture of appreciation. Gratitude strengthens relationships, boosts team morale, and creates opportunities. In tough times, it helps us focus on the positive and stay resilient. A small “thank you” can have a big impact! What are you grateful for today? 🌟 #Gratitude #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #PositiveCulture

The latest Edition of the "Strategy at Work - Teachable Moments from The News" Newsletter went out to subscribers today: In This Issue: Alignment * Does the Leadership at Starbucks Really Understand Alignment of Goals? * The Walt Disney Company seems to have forgotten why customers go to their Parks I have included a voice over version of the newsletter along with my commentary (and somewhat snarky side-thoughts) for each article. I look forward to your feedback. The newsletter discusses PRACTICAL STRATEGY insights that can be applied to your organization in the context of what happening in business news. Take a look and if you are interested, please sign-up to receive future newsletters. #strategy #strategymindset #leadership #practicallearning #newsletter #boardofdirectors #strategicplanning https://lnkd.in/eWRbssC8