Chapter
Advice for Novice Managers
38:31 - 42:56 (04:24)
The guest provides advice for new managers who may be good product people but are not prepared for a management role, including recommending competitors if it would be better for the customer and building trust with clients by not selling them inferior products.
Clips
In the 70's, Levi's jeans were in high demand and considered a precious commodity.
38:31 - 38:55 (00:23)
Summary
In the 70's, Levi's jeans were in high demand and considered a precious commodity. They were even traded as currency on the black market in Russia.
ChapterAdvice for Novice Managers
Episode#403: Tony Fadell — On Building the iPod, iPhone, Nest, and a Life of Curiosity
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares about his family's habit of moving around due to his father's ambitious sales career and explores what made his father successful in sales.
38:56 - 40:43 (01:46)
Summary
The speaker shares about his family's habit of moving around due to his father's ambitious sales career and explores what made his father successful in sales.
ChapterAdvice for Novice Managers
Episode#403: Tony Fadell — On Building the iPod, iPhone, Nest, and a Life of Curiosity
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The episode offers advice for novice managers who are trying to get adjusted to their roles.
40:43 - 42:56 (02:13)
Summary
The episode offers advice for novice managers who are trying to get adjusted to their roles. It touches on the importance of building trust and respect with customers, the consequences of selling low-quality products, and the significance of maintaining healthy relationships with team members.