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Wish I Knew . . .Author: Gary Nowak
A podcast where I speak with people about their career path. Focusing on their decisions, success, advice, key traits, career moves, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. This podcast is an interesting perspective on how careers can take a linear path to success, but all often career paths take a zig-zag path. Fun Stuff to learn about. Enjoy! Language: en-us Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#45 Levi Watters & Pete Collins (Re-Release) - Big 4 Executives / Navy & Brisbane / The "Why" / Take the Opportunity in Front of You
Episode 45
Tuesday, 23 April, 2024
I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got my first 3 way . . . . Conversation with 2 great friends from Australia Levi Waters and Pete Collins. This was one of my favorite podcasts to record and I just had the best time with these two "Blokes".Career Background:- Normally I walk you through individually, however with this one these guys are very similar in background:They grew up in BrisbaneBoth joined the Navy for the same reasonBoth left the Navy for the same reasonBoth Joined consulting for the same reasonCheck out their linked in ProfilesHighlights- How to choose between which brand of the military you'd like to join- Middle of the bush or duty free shopping in Singapore- Don't fight the why- Military you are given directional intent with not as command and control as you would think- The plan is the basis for change- Course you are taking is a pencil line drawn in a chart and can be erased- The path of least resistance- Everything they do well in business was learned in the Navy- What they look for in young people- Perspective on really ambitious people- Take the opportunity that is in front of you and trust the process- The customer is always right, but the client can be wrong- Don't be afraid to challenge, don't just be a "yes" person- It takes a team to get things done- Relationships perspective, don't be afraid to share personal information- Learning what drives everyoneWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!
