#203: Jimmy Haslam, Chairman and Managing Partner of Haslam Sports Group – Assess yourself honestly
If you want to fix anything—your team, your culture, your results—it starts by having the strength to admit what you need to improve. Too many leaders try to spin their missteps or sweep them under the rug entirely. But not today’s guest. Jimmy Haslam is the owner of the Cleveland Browns and the former CEO of Pilot Flying J truck stops. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to own an NFL team, then buckle up, because Jimmy really knows how to make you feel like you’re right in the room for all the big decisions and pressure-packed moments. But he also knows how to acknowledge moments when he could have done better and then share what he learned. Listen and see just the transformations that are possible when you have the ability to assess yourself honestly. You’ll also learn: One of the most influential decisions a leader can make Why job interviews may not be as important as you think What it’s like working with the man who inspired Jonah Hill’s character in Moneyball The #1 thing to do if you want to build a more positive work environment Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.