Robert Hossary has been in executive management for more than 30 years. He shares why "It's not who you know but who knows you", how to "become indispensable" and the "secret to success". Hosted by Siebe Van Der Zee.

Robert Hossary has been involved in international business for the past two decades. Since 2011 - 2018, Robert was the General Manager NSW / ACT for the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AmCham) and helped advise many Australian and US companies about their international expansion requirements. Prior to that, Robert Regional VP in the USA for a technology manufacturer and in 2008 was named in VSR Magazine’s 1st Annual Review & Outlook as a business leader in the USA’s Mobility Industry.

He has also worked in Taiwan with responsibility for Asia Pacific and the Middle East. With a background in Technology, Transport, Fashion and Healthcare, Robert has a wealth of experience to share.

Robert is a lifelong learner and has recently completed his MBA. "Keeping current is a must today" is his motto. He is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and working for the betterment of his community. He is also a Mr Perfect BBQ Host (a charity dedicated to men's mental health) for his community on the Central Coast of NSW in Australia. Robert is passionate about this podcast as well as all the other community and charitable work he does.

Lesson 1: It’s not who you know…It’s who knows you 07m 57s

Lesson 2: Respect is not earned Respect is lost 10m 33s

Lesson 3: You want to be indispensable? Become dispensable! 13m 39s

Lesson 4: You want bread? Go to a baker. 17m 30s

Lesson 5: you can learn from everyone...even if it how not to do something. 21m 05s

Lesson 6: The secret to success...24m 28s.

Lesson 7: never lie 28m 26s

Lesson 8: acknowledge your strengths but know that there is always someone that will know more 32m 42s

Lesson 9: knowledge is not power. The use of knowledge is powerful 37m 59s

Lesson 10: change is the only certainty so keep up. 39m 45s