The Most Reliable Way to Advance Your Career - President of High Point Design, Joey Habert

Joey Habert is the president of High Point Design, a division of The Moret Group in New York. High Point Design manufactures accessories, and hosiery, under many brands along with their world renowned Fuzzy Babbas! Joey has more than three decades of experience in the fashion and accessories retail/wholesale industry. Under Joey’s leadership, the company enjoyed great success and growth for 14 years. A strong believer in community and charity, Joey always gives back by spearheading various projects every year that help others – both locally in his community, as well as abroad.Joey is a graduate of NYU Stern School of Business.Though Joey prefers to fly under the radar, he graciously agreed to this interview in the spirit of sharing some of the small lessons learned along the way; and because he simply couldn't say no to Ben, who over the years has become a good friend. WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER FROM THIS EPISODE:The reliable way to move up in your career.Why “old school” may be the best way to move up in your company.What you need to know about Moret and High Point Design.An honest perspective on going through the patent process.How faith influences how he leads and conducts business.The “Look Back” Theory… everything is for your good.The one trait he’d instill in every employee… the ability to earn trust!An email success strategy EVERYONE needs to use while they’re on vacation.The easy way to transition an employee.“The Roach Motel” strategy for reducing turnover.The best decisions he’s ever made and how to make them yourself.Why second place can give you a big advantage.HIGHLIGHTS:Advice for someone starting out in their career:There are no shortcuts.Work hard.Learn.QUOTES:“Sometimes it’s best to start at the bottom and work your way up.”“I’m old school. There are no shortcuts.”“Stay consistent and keep building upon the foundation you’ve laid.”“In your 20’s, work where there’s a mentor who you can learn from.”“Your work experiences, early on, compound the value over time.”RESOURCES:The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519How to Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive  https://www.amazon.com/Sharks-Without-Being-Eaten-Alive/dp/0751597228Good Notes App https://www.goodnotes.com/-------------------Apply to be on the show-------------------Connect with Ben:https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfanning/https://www.instagram.com/benfanning1/https://twitter.com/BenFanning1

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Welcome to Lead the Team. This podcast is for you if you'd like to motivate your direct reports, cultivate your top leaders, and accelerate your career. You'll discover the success strategies of the world's most innovative leaders where I dive into their keys to success and hard-earned, costly lessons. We've surpassed 400 episodes and host guests like legendary Honeywell CEO, David Cote and CEO of Dunkin Brands, Nigel Travis. As well as executives from companies you know like SAP, US Golf Association, Lockheed Martin. Dell, IBM, Dollar General, Footlocker, and Beyond Meat. Also, you hear from a variety of executives including those of smaller, rapidly growing companies that you won't hear anywhere else. You'll walk away with success strategies, hacks, and tools to lead in both your personal and professional life. My goal is to impact 1 million leaders who then transform the workplace to a more positive place to work and thrive. You're in this for effectiveness, productivity, work-life balance, and job promotion! This is not for you if you want to maintain the status quo, do business as usual, or operate your life and career on "cruise control." It's time to LEAD THE TEAM! Ben Fanning #1 bestselling author and corporate trainer ------------- Join us by subscribing now! Your host is Ben Fanning, #1 bestselling author and in-demand corporate trainer of The Fanning Group - an International Consultancy and Training Company. https://www.benfanning.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfanning/ https://twitter.com/BenFanning1 https://www.instagram.com/benfanning1/