Today I welcome Andy Ellis, partner at Wild Ventures, to discuss career journeys, leadership challenges, and the essence of inclusion in the workspace.

 Andy shares his unique professional path from his time at Akamai Technologies to the Air Force and beyond, offering insights into leadership and personal development. 

We also explore the dynamics of hiring for startups versus established companies, the importance of engaging and retaining talent, and strategies for effective management. 

Additionally, Andy talks about his book, '1 Percent Leadership,' and how it distills essential leadership lessons into practical advice.

00:00 Introduction

00:23 Guest Introduction: Andy Ellis

00:58 Andy's Career Journey

02:09 Life Lessons and Early Jobs

03:42 Family and Financial Lessons

05:52 The Importance of Inclusion

07:00 Writing the Leadership Book

09:13 Leadership and Inclusion Insights

14:43 Interview Tips and Personal Development

20:26 The Role of Interviews: Saying No

20:44 Navigating the Interview Process

21:26 Interviewing Founders vs. Executives

22:20 The Startup Ecosystem and Team Dynamics

23:30 Hiring Executives for Immediate Needs

24:37 Challenges in Talent Sourcing and Leadership

30:31 The Importance of Team Alignment

31:35 Developing Future Leaders

35:16 Mismanagement of Expectations

39:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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