Episode 2: The Basics Continued

03/07/2024 17 min
Episode 2: The Basics Continued

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Episode Synopsis


In this conversation, Richard Ellis continues the conversation with Al Monserrat, a seasoned board member and CEO, about the importance of getting back to the basics as a leader.  They discuss the value of performance evaluations, the basics of recruiting, hiring, and firing, and the benefits of having a personal board of advisors. 
 
Chapters
00:43 The value of performance evaluations
04:16 Three things you can do with feedback
07:09 Recruiting, hiring, and firing
12:51 Your personal board of advisors
 
Keywords
leadership, basics, habits, consistency, trust, respect, success, learning, performance evaluations, recruiting, hiring, firing, personal board of advisors
 
Sound Bites

 Performance evaluations should be fair, transparent, and focused on both strengths and areas for improvement.
 Building the right team is crucial for success, and leaders should assess their direct reports and make necessary changes.
 Recruiting, hiring, and firing should be done with a focus on quality over quantity and fairness.
 Having a personal board of advisors can provide valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional matters.