How saying “Yes” opened up opportunities for Johnson & Johnson Chairman and CEO Joaquin Duato

Job hopping is the norm these days, so Joaquin Duato’s 34-year dedication to Johnson & Johnson stands out as a remarkable feat – it’s also a testament to the opportunities that come from being loyal to a single company. In this episode, hosts Nina Melendez and Dan Roth dig into the power of saying “yes” to new opportunities and how that helped pave Joaquin's path to the C-suite. They talk about how to trust your manager to have your best interests in mind, debate whether senior leaders need to be subject matter experts, and share thoughts on how to spin your unique life experience into your personal value prop. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Joaquin Duato on the LinkedIn News Page. You can share your thoughts via email at ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Joaquin Duato, Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

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