Summary
In this conversation, Tony Jamous, CEO of Oyster HR, shares his journey and insights as a leader. He discusses the genesis of Oyster and his motivation to create a purposeful and meaningful business. Tony emphasizes the importance of self-care and well-being for leaders and shares his strategies for balancing work and personal life. He also explores the difference between leadership and management and his commitment to becoming a better manager. Tony discusses the role of data and intuition in decision-making and the changing nature of work in the modern world. He concludes by sharing his perspective on the need for purpose and mission in work and what he looks for in candidates.
Takeaways
Self-care and well-being are essential for leaders to maintain their energy and avoid burnout.
Balancing work and personal life requires setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care.
Leadership is about vision, inspiration, and motivation, while management involves supervision and structuring teams for success.
Data and intuition both play a role in decision-making, and leaders should consider both when making important choices.
The nature of work is changing, and younger generations are seeking purpose and meaning in their careers.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:22 Genesis of Oyster
03:00 Building a Purposeful and Meaningful Business
06:31 Motivation and Self-Care
09:44 Balancing Work and Personal Life
10:39 Defining Well-Being and Self-Connection
13:36 Prioritizing Self-Care as a CEO
17:06 Balancing Work and Personal Life
19:25 Moving to France and Starting a New Life
21:11 First Job After College
24:33 Current Focus and Challenges
26:23 Leadership vs Management
27:25 Becoming a Better Manager
34:08 Data vs Intuition in Decision-Making
36:34 The Changing Nature of Work
39:36 The Need for Purpose and Mission in Work
40:33 The Impact of the Pandemic on Work
41:55 What Tony Looks for in Candidates
43:11 Conclusion and Gratitude
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