Most Important Skills For A Co-founder And CEO At Caffe Luxxe
Mark, Co-founder and President/CEO of Caffe Luxxe, prioritizes "being curious" and a continuous desire to learn above specific skills. While highlighting the importance of data analysis, the interview reveals a reliance on "excel" as a crucial tool for understanding and interpreting business data in their executive role.
Leadership, Data Analysis, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking, Financial Acumen
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Mark Wain
Co-founder and President / CEO
Caffe Luxxe
UC Berkeley
University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business MBA
Economics
Food, Beverages & Alcohol, Hospitality, Restaurants & Events
Strategic Management and Executive
Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Curiosity and a desire for continuous learning and growth are essential attributes for success.
2. Proficiency in Excel and data analysis skills are crucial for understanding and interpreting business data.
3. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are vital for working effectively within a team environment.
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
I think the most important attribute is being curious. You want to continue to learn and grow as a person, a teammate, and a member of a team.
For someone in my role, the most important skill is Excel. People might not like it, but it's really, really important.
You need to understand the data presented to you and be able to analyze it to get the necessary information.