In Episode 25 of “Just Think About It”, Nadine and I discuss the mindsets and skillsets necessary for successfully scaling a business with our guest Amy Wilkinson. Amy is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and faculty member at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Amy shares key insights from her research and experience working with leading global companies and entrepreneurs. In addition, Amy is a former trade advisor who worked at the White House so naturally we had to chat a little bit about her views on the current disruption in global trade policies going on currently.
Enjoy!
Key Takeaways
Writing a book can be a monumental challenge.
Entrepreneurial skills can be developed at any age.
Vision and the ability to look forward are crucial.
The OODA loop helps in making quick decisions.
Failure should be viewed as a learning opportunity.
Cognitive diversity enhances problem-solving.
Generosity in business fosters better relationships.
Understanding technology is essential for modern entrepreneurs.
Resilience is key to overcoming setbacks.
Networking with diverse thinkers can lead to innovation.
Sound Bites
"You can start at any age at any time."
"The OODA loop is about fast cycle iteration."
"Cognitive diversity solves problems."
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