Mr. Gottfried is a highly accomplished strategic advisor and investor who assists executive teams in developing, planning, and executing business strategies and models that have the opportunity to accelerate company growth and disrupt the markets they serve. Glenn’s insights help teams formulate a clear tactical execution plan to take a commanding position in their market. His support is are critical accelerator in the growth and transformation of a business, leading to significant value creation. Glenn’s experience and insight are honed from leading multiple companies through growth and exit; formally and informally mentoring and advising the founder/CEO and executive teams of middle market, early stage, and startup companies. Glenn serves on multiple boards of directors and advisors.

In this episode, Philip and Glenn Gottfried discuss: 

• The inseparability of personal and business 
• Choosing the right people
• Guiding tactics with strategy
• Building a healthy culture

Lightbulb Moments:

• Personal and business are deeply connected. A leader’s personal challenges often spill into their work, shaping focus and resilience. Addressing well-being can be one of the most strategic business moves.
• The right people shape the future. Skills matter, but coachability and attitude matter more. Surround yourself with people who are collaborative and free of unnecessary negativity.
• Strategy must guide tactics. Big-picture vision sets the foundation for day-to-day execution. Without clarity, even strong tactical work risks becoming scattered.
• Healthy culture sustains growth. Fun, fulfillment, and open dialogue create lasting success. How people respond under stress reveals the true strength of a team.

“Time is the only thing not fungible. If I give up an hour of my time, there better be for both parties the right value.” - Glenn Gottfried

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