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Elevating Leadership: Unlocking the Potential of Retail Leaders

Podcast - Retail
1st May 2024

Welcome to Strategy for Breakfast! The podcast about real business challenges based on real business conversations. In this episode, we delve into the role of retail leadership with our inspiring guest Steve Worthy – CEO, coach and podcast host.

Steve’s mission is to make senior leaders more profitable, both personally and professionally, and in this episode, he offers valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of retail leadership. Gain insights into the challenges faced by senior retail leaders, and the innovative approachability framework – S.M.I.L.E – designed to empower aspiring leaders. Let us know what you think of this episode at podcast@gdsgroup.com.

Discussion points

  • What makes a great retail leader, and what makes retail leaders the best in business?
  • What does the leadership development gap within retail look like, and what is being done to change it?
  • How can aspiring leaders get started?

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