130: What Makes A Transformation Superstar

19 Apr 2021 | Oliver Only Solo Shows, Podcast

130: What Makes A Transformation Superstar - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

Publish Date

19 April 2021

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Oliver Banks

There are many retail transformation challenges. But, one of the most common challenges is finding the right people to work on the change or transformation. There is often a mix of attitudes, skills and behaviours required which can make it hard to find and manage these individuals. So, in this episode of the Retail Transformation Show, Oliver Banks is exploring the disciplines and attitudes of finding or developing into a transformation superstar.

So, listen in to this episode to discover:

  • What is a 5-star transformation professional?
  • What are the disciplines or conundrums of a strong change or transformation individual?
  • Which final piece of advice did Jeff Bezos give to Amazonians to turn them into transformation superstars?

 

 

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Additional episodes of the Retail Transformation Show to listen to

If you’re looking for your next podcast episode, check out these recommended episodes as a great follow ons from this episode.

Firstly, in episode 102: Building A Strong Will To Change, discover this other important factor. Similar to the transformation challenge of having the right people to work on and “do” the transformation, a strong will is another key consideration.

102: Building A Strong Will To Change - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

Next, check out episode 90: 10Ps To Transform Retail – and also episode 91: (part 2). During these episodes, you’ll discover the important success factors and considerations to successfully deliver retail transformation.

090: 10 Ps To Transform Retail (part 1) - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

And finally, the episodes with Joe Jackman were superb. In episode 87: The Reinventionist Mindset (part 1) and episode 88: (part 2), listen to Joe’s vast experience and how that can help you find a team of change “pro athletes.”

087: The Reinventionist Mindset (part 1) with Joe Jackman - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

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