Jeff Wolfe is an "OC"; – an “original cleantecher.” This entrepreneur has three companies under his leadership belt, including two that he founded. Jeff’s work has spanned solar installation, EV fast charging and investment considerations for Shell New Ventures. His current company is Veloce Energy, which offers easy-to-install EV fast charging infrastructure that's designed to speed the electrification of America's vehicle fleet.
Strap in for some well-earned wisdom on building and running successful companies.
3:31 – Just like any job, being a manager requires specific training. But most managers are
promoted without it – and it's hurting the clean economy.
8:07 – Schedule your leisure and family time into your calendar alongside work to avoid
burnout.
14:53 – A key takeaway from years of cleantech company management: “Half pennies matter
now. And when half pennies matter, you need to look at operational efficiencies, not just
product efficiencies.”
16:03 – To excel as a CEO, it’s not about convincing people to do the job but convincing them
to want to do the job.
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