Today on the Drop In CEO podcast, Marcia Daszko reveals how leadership complicates the message of service and how to make simple changes in order to help team members understand and align with the organizational mission. Listen in as Deborah and Marcia discuss motivating vs. helping emerging leaders self-motivate, redefining outcomes, and the value of making education fun.

Marcia helps leaders challenge their thinking and realize results they’ve never before achieved. Besides being a popular keynote speaker, for more than 25 years she has passionately been consulting and guiding executive teams in Fortune 500 and private corporations; education, the U.S. military; and non-profits. 

Mentored by the world famous Dr. W. Edwards Deming, she also co-founded two nonprofits; has been nominated for the International Deming Prize; writes a weekly Q&A leadership column for the Silicon Valley Business Journal & teaches MBA classes. She is a best-selling author of Pivot, Disrupt, Transform: How Leaders Beat the Odds and Survive and co-author of Turning Ideas Into Impact.

You can connect with Marcia in the following ways: 

Website: www.mdaszko.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadaszko

Instagram: m.daszko

Twitter: @MarciaDaszko

 

To learn more about how you can connect with Deb, go to https://www.dropinceo.com/ or join the Drop in CEO Facebook group for more conversations on how to lead, inspire, and achieve your goals.

Today on the Drop In CEO podcast, Marcia Daszko reveals how leadership complicates the message of service and how to make simple changes in order to help team members understand and align with the organizational mission. Listen in as Deborah and Marcia discuss motivating vs. helping emerging leaders self-motivate, redefining outcomes, and the value of making education fun.
Marcia helps leaders challenge their thinking and realize results they&rsquo;ve never before achieved. Besides being a popular keynote speaker, for more than 25 years she has passionately been consulting and guiding executive teams in Fortune 500 and private corporations; education, the U.S. military; and non-profits. 
Mentored by the world famous Dr. W. Edwards Deming, she also co-founded two nonprofits; has been nominated for the International Deming Prize; writes a weekly Q&amp;A leadership column for the Silicon Valley Business Journal &amp; teaches MBA classes. She is a best-selling author of Pivot, Disrupt, Transform: How Leaders Beat the Odds and Survive and co-author of Turning Ideas Into Impact.
You can connect with Marcia in the following ways: 
Website: <a href="http://www.mdaszko.com">www.mdaszko.com</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadaszko">https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadaszko</a>
Instagram: m.daszko
Twitter: @MarciaDaszko
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To learn more about how you can connect with Deb, go to <a href="https://www.dropinceo.com/">https://www.dropinceo.com/</a> or join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/humancentricleadership/">Drop in CEO Facebook group</a> for more conversations on how to lead, inspire, and achieve your goals.

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Join me, Deborah Coviello, each week as I connect you with CEO’s and industry leaders who are doing the work of transforming their businesses from the inside out. Learn how to be an inspirational leader, take control of your career, and build a strong foundation of purpose.

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Today on the Drop In CEO podcast, Marcia Daszko reveals how leadership complicates the message of service and how to make simple changes in order to help team members understand and align with the organizational mission. Listen in as Deborah and Marcia discuss motivating vs. helping emerging leaders self-motivate, redefining outcomes, and the value of making education fun.

Changing the Metrics of Leadership with Marcia Daszko

In this episode, Erik Visser emphasizes the importance of cultural adaptation, exploring new opportunities, and the mindset needed to turn obstacles into success. Additionally, the conversation covers the complexities of leading international teams, the significance of personal investment, and the need for sustainable practices in the industry. The discussion is filled with insights on leadership, risk-taking, and fostering cohesive, high-performing teams across diverse environments.

 

Episode Highlights:

04:20 The Importance of Taking Risks

08:45 Navigating Cultural Differences in Leadership

18:22 The Power of Persistence: Turning No into Yes

22:13 Think Before You Jump, Then Jump

26:03 Head of the Mouse vs. Lion's Tail

 

Erik Visser is the CEO at Hamlet Protein and an experienced global manager. A graduate of the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam, Erik built his career working in different Latin America and European countries.

 

With a background in blue chip companies and SME, Erik Visser has gained insight and experience in strategic and operational management. Working with PE ownership he has successfully managed turn around and exit processes.

 

Hamlet Protein is dedicated to the development and marketing of specialty ingredients for young animals. The company has production plants in the US (Findlay, Ohio) and Denmark (Horsens).

 

Learn more about Erik:

Erik’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikvisser/

Hamlet Protein Website: https://www.hamletprotein.com/

 

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In this episode, Erik Visser emphasizes the importance of cultural adaptation, exploring new opportunities, and the mindset needed to turn obstacles into success. Additionally, the conversation covers the complexities of leading international teams, the significance of personal investment, and the need for sustainable practices in the industry. The discussion is filled with insights on leadership, risk-taking, and fostering cohesive, high-performing teams across diverse environments.
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Episode Highlights:
04:20&nbsp;The Importance of Taking Risks
08:45&nbsp;Navigating Cultural Differences in Leadership
18:22&nbsp;The Power of Persistence: Turning No into Yes
22:13&nbsp;Think Before You Jump, Then Jump
26:03&nbsp;Head of the Mouse vs. Lion's Tail
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Erik Visser is the CEO at Hamlet Protein and an experienced global manager. A graduate of the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam, Erik built his career working in different Latin America and European countries.
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With a background in blue chip companies and SME, Erik Visser has gained insight and experience in strategic and operational management. Working with PE ownership he has successfully managed turn around and exit processes.
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Hamlet Protein is dedicated to the development and marketing of specialty ingredients for young animals. The company has production plants in the US (Findlay, Ohio) and Denmark (Horsens).
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Learn more about Erik:
Erik&rsquo;s LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikvisser/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikvisser/</a>
Hamlet Protein Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hamletprotein.com/">https://www.hamletprotein.com/</a>
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Erik Visser: Navigating Global Leadership and Career Choices

In this episode, Michel Falcon, a hospitality and restaurant entrepreneur known for his operational expertise, shares his journey from working in a call center for 1-800-GOT-JUNK to opening successful restaurants in Toronto and New York. He discusses key concepts like talent density and pay transparency and how they impact organizational success. Michel emphasizes the importance of a people-first culture and transparent compensation, explaining how these strategies have led to lower employee turnover and higher engagement in his businesses. The conversation highlights Michel's practical initiatives and insights that can be applied across various industries.

 

Episode Highlights:

07:40 The Birth of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen

13:45 Navigating Challenges and Embracing Risk

18:50 The Importance of Company Culture and Customer Experience

25:26 People-First Culture Initiatives at Brasa

34:02 Pay Transparency and Its Benefits

 

Michel Falcon is a hospitality entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author of People-First Culture: Build a Lasting Business by Shifting Your Focus from Profits to People. Renowned for creating customer experience, employee engagement, and company culture strategies, Michel’s expertise has guided global brands like McDonald’s, TD Bank, and Lexus. As the founder of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen, he has achieved guest and employee satisfaction rates three times the industry average. A proven practitioner, Michel’s insights have driven multimillion-dollar success in his own ventures, making him a trusted voice for leaders seeking to build profitable, people-centered organizations.

 

How to connect with Michel:

Website:www.brasaperuvian.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelfalcon/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100017824532830
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/michelfalcon/?hl=en

 

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In this episode, Michel Falcon, a hospitality and restaurant entrepreneur known for his operational expertise, shares his journey from working in a call center for 1-800-GOT-JUNK to opening successful restaurants in Toronto and New York. He discusses key concepts like talent density and pay transparency and how they impact organizational success. Michel emphasizes the importance of a people-first culture and transparent compensation, explaining how these strategies have led to lower employee turnover and higher engagement in his businesses. The conversation highlights Michel's practical initiatives and insights that can be applied across various industries.
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Episode Highlights:
07:40&nbsp;The Birth of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen
13:45&nbsp;Navigating Challenges and Embracing Risk
18:50&nbsp;The Importance of Company Culture and Customer Experience
25:26&nbsp;People-First Culture Initiatives at Brasa
34:02&nbsp;Pay Transparency and Its Benefits
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Michel Falcon is a hospitality entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author of People-First Culture: Build a Lasting Business by Shifting Your Focus from Profits to People. Renowned for creating customer experience, employee engagement, and company culture strategies, Michel&rsquo;s expertise has guided global brands like McDonald&rsquo;s, TD Bank, and Lexus. As the founder of Brasa Peruvian Kitchen, he has achieved guest and employee satisfaction rates three times the industry average. A proven practitioner, Michel&rsquo;s insights have driven multimillion-dollar success in his own ventures, making him a trusted voice for leaders seeking to build profitable, people-centered organizations.
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How to connect with Michel:
Website: <a href="http://www.brasaperuvian.com/">www.brasaperuvian.com</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelfalcon/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelfalcon/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100017824532830">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100017824532830</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelfalcon/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/michelfalcon/?hl=en</a>
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Michel Falcon: Building People-First Cultures in Hospitality

In this episode, Pete Vanderveen, an experienced leader in scaling and go-to-market strategies, discusses his journey from building companies in various sectors to transforming and turning around distressed companies. Key themes include the importance of human-centric leadership, understanding the unique strengths of team members, and the pitfalls of traditional corporate structures. Pete shares his holistic approach to problem-solving and the value of empowering employees for sustainable growth. The conversation also touches on servant leadership, the necessity of collaboration, and actionable strategies for operational improvement in small to mid-sized companies.

 

Episode Highlights:

03:25 The Importance of Human-Centric Leadership

08:47 Characteristics of a Healthy Organization

11:39 Pete's Business Model and Approach

15:45 Transformational Leadership and Servant Leadership

 

Pete Vanderveen is the Founder and CEO with over 20 years of expertise in scaling and go-to-market strategies. As a passionate leader, husband, and father, Pete is dedicated to empowering businesses through a hands-on, collaborative approach that guarantees sustainable growth. He doesn’t just advise—he actively works alongside teams to transform distressed companies into high-growth success stories. With a track record of revitalizing over 50 brands and generating more than $500 million in ARR, Pete specializes in solving complex challenges and implementing sound business fundamentals to unlock potential and drive significant returns.

 

How to connect with Pete:

Website:amptgrowthpartners.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-vanderveen/

 

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In this episode, Pete Vanderveen, an experienced leader in scaling and go-to-market strategies, discusses his journey from building companies in various sectors to transforming and turning around distressed companies. Key themes include the importance of human-centric leadership, understanding the unique strengths of team members, and the pitfalls of traditional corporate structures. Pete shares his holistic approach to problem-solving and the value of empowering employees for sustainable growth. The conversation also touches on servant leadership, the necessity of collaboration, and actionable strategies for operational improvement in small to mid-sized companies.
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Episode Highlights:
03:25&nbsp;The Importance of Human-Centric Leadership
08:47&nbsp;Characteristics of a Healthy Organization
11:39&nbsp;Pete's Business Model and Approach
15:45&nbsp;Transformational Leadership and Servant Leadership
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Pete Vanderveen is the Founder and CEO with over 20 years of expertise in scaling and go-to-market strategies. As a passionate leader, husband, and father, Pete is dedicated to empowering businesses through a hands-on, collaborative approach that guarantees sustainable growth. He doesn&rsquo;t just advise&mdash;he actively works alongside teams to transform distressed companies into high-growth success stories. With a track record of revitalizing over 50 brands and generating more than $500 million in ARR, Pete specializes in solving complex challenges and implementing sound business fundamentals to unlock potential and drive significant returns.
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How to connect with Pete:
Website: <a href="http://amptgrowthpartners.com/">amptgrowthpartners.com</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-vanderveen/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-vanderveen/</a>
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