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In the latest episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with retail veteran and best-selling author Steve Dennis to discuss his new book, Leaders Leap. With an extensive background that includes strategic roles at Sears and Neiman Marcus, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation about why many transformations fail and how leaders can effectively navigate change. The discussion delves into Steve's experiences and insights on innovation, transformation, and leadership in a rapidly evolving retail landscape. He emphasizes the need for profound and swift business model evolution to keep pace with dynamic market conditions and technological advancements.
Steve shares his perspective on the common pitfalls leaders face, such as being overly protective of successful past strategies and failing to adapt quickly enough to disruptive forces. He also discusses the importance of vulnerability, curiosity, and openness to new ideas in driving successful transformations. Through anecdotes from his career and lessons from his book, Steve offers practical advice on how leaders can cultivate a mindset geared towards remarkable, sustained success. Tune in to gain valuable insights from a seasoned expert on the crucial steps leaders must take to thrive in today's fast-paced business world.
#retail #retailtransformation #bookauthor
Show Notes
In the latest episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with retail veteran and best-selling author Steve Dennis to discuss his new book, Leaders Leap. With an extensive background that includes strategic roles at Sears and Neiman Marcus, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation about why many transformations fail and how leaders can effectively navigate change. The discussion delves into Steve's experiences and insights on innovation, transformation, and leadership in a rapidly evolving retail landscape. He emphasizes the need for profound and swift business model evolution to keep pace with dynamic market conditions and technological advancements.
Steve shares his perspective on the common pitfalls leaders face, such as being overly protective of successful past strategies and failing to adapt quickly enough to disruptive forces. He also discusses the importance of vulnerability, curiosity, and openness to new ideas in driving successful transformations. Through anecdotes from his career and lessons from his book, Steve offers practical advice on how leaders can cultivate a mindset geared towards remarkable, sustained success. Tune in to gain valuable insights from a seasoned expert on the crucial steps leaders must take to thrive in today's fast-paced business world.
#retail #retailtransformation #bookauthor
Creators & Guests
What is OFFBounds?
OFFBounds is a podcast where commerce executives share their perspectives, successes, and lessons learned in their careers to inspire other global leaders in their journey and decision-making.
Every week, the host Paula Macaggi meets industry leaders to discuss business strategies, careers, and leadership in one-on-one conversations challenging the limits of borders and boundaries.
Paula unveils the person behind the leader and brings to her audience of commerce executives experiences to relate, motivate, and reflect on decisions that are shaping commerce.
OFFBounds is the first podcast recorded in person with audio and video featuring executives in commerce from around the world.