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#168: Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle — Follow through on the right ideas

56 min • 4 januari 2024

Happy New Year! Our guest today as we kick off 2024 is Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle.

Chipotle has just wrapped up a banner year with Brian at the helm. They’re posting record growth and revenue, all while doing innovative stuff with their marketing and menu.

But as you’ll hear today, it’s not just about big ideas. Brian knows how to focus on the RIGHT ideas and then create the kind of structure, execution, and team motivation to really make ‘em happen.

And with Chipotle doing better than ever, it’s clear that he’s found a recipe for success … and you’ll get a ton of value when you hear how he leads.

You’ll also learn:

How to get people to believe in you as a leader
Three steps to follow to lead a successful turnaround
One way to tell if it’s time for a job change
How to properly vet great ideas
Tips for tackling tough performance-related conversations

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