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#22 - David Shelley - The Power of Looking Back
In this episode, I’m talking to David Shelley, a trailblazer in the world of publishing. With over two decades of experience, David has worked with some of the biggest names in literature, including J.K. Rowling, Dennis Lehane, and Mitch Albom. Starting out at Allison & Busby, he quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the CEO of Hachette UK, the second-largest consumer publisher in the UK.
David's expertise in the industry is unparalleled, having overseen the publication of countless crime and thriller novels, as well as ebooks and audiobooks. He's a visionary leader, driving innovation and growth in an ever-changing landscape.
During our conversation, David shares:
- How he makes work not feel like work
- How he uses storytelling in times of pressure
- And, what he does to pull back from strong feelings
Outline📍
00:00 Intro
02:35 What does pressure mean to you?
10:07 Is your inclination to embrace pressure a natural habit?
13:18 The relationship between the feeling and the pivot
15:48 A strategy to cogitate
19:07 Adrenaline caused by phone use during group meetings & conversations
20:28 Insight 1: Lessons learned
22:57 The best strategy: Converting pressure into a stimulus for growth
25:32 What has changed in the last 5 years that enables you to respond differently and with greater freedom?
29:32 Feeling safe when failing
32:15 What was the worst pressure you’ve ever felt in your life?
36:02 How do you deal with other people’s pressure?
43:28 Insight 2: Lessons learned
45:39 People’s emotions matter.
47:30 What are your non-negotiable practices for achieving optimal performance?
51:46 How to enhance performance under pressure?
59:20 Discovering ways to link pressure with our sources of inspiration to generate a distinct force
01:02:49 What 2 pieces of advice would you pass forward to be better under pressure?
Outro
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By Sara Milne RoweIn this episode, I’m talking to David Shelley, a trailblazer in the world of publishing. With over two decades of experience, David has worked with some of the biggest names in literature, including J.K. Rowling, Dennis Lehane, and Mitch Albom. Starting out at Allison & Busby, he quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the CEO of Hachette UK, the second-largest consumer publisher in the UK.
David's expertise in the industry is unparalleled, having overseen the publication of countless crime and thriller novels, as well as ebooks and audiobooks. He's a visionary leader, driving innovation and growth in an ever-changing landscape.
During our conversation, David shares:
- How he makes work not feel like work
- How he uses storytelling in times of pressure
- And, what he does to pull back from strong feelings
Outline📍
00:00 Intro
02:35 What does pressure mean to you?
10:07 Is your inclination to embrace pressure a natural habit?
13:18 The relationship between the feeling and the pivot
15:48 A strategy to cogitate
19:07 Adrenaline caused by phone use during group meetings & conversations
20:28 Insight 1: Lessons learned
22:57 The best strategy: Converting pressure into a stimulus for growth
25:32 What has changed in the last 5 years that enables you to respond differently and with greater freedom?
29:32 Feeling safe when failing
32:15 What was the worst pressure you’ve ever felt in your life?
36:02 How do you deal with other people’s pressure?
43:28 Insight 2: Lessons learned
45:39 People’s emotions matter.
47:30 What are your non-negotiable practices for achieving optimal performance?
51:46 How to enhance performance under pressure?
59:20 Discovering ways to link pressure with our sources of inspiration to generate a distinct force
01:02:49 What 2 pieces of advice would you pass forward to be better under pressure?
Outro