The Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett
The Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett
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Welcome to the Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett, where you plus this podcast equals better decisions.
I’m Alena Bennett, speaker, author and leadership expert. I work with chief executive officers and chief financial officers really to help them create universally investable companies, where people serve people, and the math just works.
Each week, I interview a new guest to get their insights on the business landscape, as well as answering a listener question, and giving you my WINATM (What I'm Noticing At The Moment) to help you win atm.
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The podcast explores various themes such as leadership dynamics, risk management, and emotional intelligence within businesses. For instance, episodes delve into topics like navigating change in leadership situations with guests like Julia Van Graas and discussing risk as a strategic enabler with David Gunn. The content emphasizes the importance of cultivating a culture of collaboration and understanding the human elements of business success.
Welcome to the Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett, where you plus this podcast equals better decisions.
I’m Alena Bennett, speaker, author and leadership expert. I work with chief executive officers and chief financial officers really to help them create universally investable companies, where people serve people, and the math just works.
Each week, I interview a new guest to get their insights on the business landscape, as well as answering a listener question, and giving you my WINATM (What I’m Noticing At The Moment) to help you win atm.
In this episode of the Real Math of Business podcast, host Alena Bennett speaks with Greg Hutchinson, CEO of Cape Dunstans, about the complexities of leadership, the importance of self-leadership, and the nuances of defining success in business. They explore the weight of responsibility that leaders carry, the dynamics of team interactions, and the significance of community engagement. Greg shares insights from his journey from engineer to CEO, emphasising the need for open-mindedness and adaptability in leadership roles. The conversation highlights the distinction between momentary success and sustainable success, encouraging leaders to focus on long-term impact and the well-being of their teams.To reach out to Greg:https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-hutchinson-7929baa4/The Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett is a podcast where we look beyond the numbers in business; where people serve people, and the maths just works.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Real Math of Business + WINATM09:40 Defining Success in Business13:05 Sustainability vs. Point-in-Time Success16:23 The Role of People in Business Success19:46 Planning and Execution in Construction23:26 Navigating Market Challenges27:08 Transitioning from Operations to Business Leadership30:45 The Importance of Team Dynamics33:40 Community Contribution and Corporate Responsibility37:24 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways42:03 Listener Question – Navigating Promotion Decisions
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