The Chemical Show: Where Leaders Talk Business

In Daily Pursuit of Excellence with Sam Smolik - Ep. 87


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Excellence is a quality that is highly valued and sought after in both personal and professional settings. As a company owner, being excellent can lead to increased customer satisfaction, improved employee morale and productivity, and ultimately, increased profits. For individuals, striving for excellence can lead to personal growth and development, as well as increased satisfaction and fulfillment in life.


At its core, excellence is about doing your best in everything you do, whether it's in your personal life or in the workplace. It's about setting high standards for yourself and pushing yourself to achieve them. This requires discipline, dedication, and a willingness to put in the hard work necessary to achieve your goals. 


When you strive for excellence as a company owner, you set the tone for your employees and create a culture of high performance. This can lead to increased productivity, improved customer satisfaction, and a stronger reputation for your company. Customers are more likely to return to a company that consistently delivers high-quality products or services, and employees are more likely to stay with a company that values excellence and provides opportunities for personal and professional growth.


In today's competitive world, especially in the chemical industry, excellence is more important than ever. To stand out in your field, you need to demonstrate that you are committed to delivering high-quality work and achieving your goals. By striving for excellence every day, you can create a life of success, fulfillment, and purpose.


With that, listen to Victoria and Sam Smolik as they talk about the importance of excellence in detail as well as the value of what Sam’s book can give to the readers. 


Here are the interesting topics discussed this week:


  • The origin story of Sam Smolik before he got involved in the chemical industry
  • The most powerful lessons Sam learned throughout his journey
  • Talking about Sam’s book “The Daily Pursuit of Excellence”
  • What is Sam’s formula for operational excellence? 
  • The importance of having an established and effective system in the business or company’s processes and procedures
  • Different approaches to business operations into operational excellence of some leading companies


Tune in to learn more! 


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