EPISODE · Mar 4, 2024 · 12 MIN
Have Your Footprints Left Clues
from Business Problems Solved Podcast · host Lee Houghton
Lee explores the concept of footprints leaving clues in our personal and professional journeys. Reflecting on his own diverse experiences, including DJing, owning a bouncy castle business, and self-publishing children's books, Lee highlights the valuable lessons learned from each endeavour. By exploring the footprints left behind by these experiences, Lee emphasises the importance of understanding and maximising the potential of one's team members. KEY TAKEAWAYS Reflect on past experiences to understand present actions and behaviours. Consider the transferable skills gained from diverse past roles. Explore how personal journeys can influence current approaches. Recognise the importance of understanding team members' unique backgrounds. Maximise potential by leveraging the footprints and clues left by individuals. BEST MOMENTS "I've had to delve deeper into my past and start to note down some of the things that I've carried with me, the footprints that I've left behind on my journey." "I really think that my random journey is not actually that random. When you look at the footsteps that I have trodden, the clues that have been left behind, you see how I am." "Footprints leave clues. What clues have your footprints left and what clues have the footprints of your people left? Have you tried to understand it? If not, why not?" "I've learned something in every interaction that I've taken to developing the person that I am today." "The communication from DJing, the understanding the customer from DJing, and the importance of really getting to know the customer." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.
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Lee explores the concept of footprints leaving clues in our personal and professional journeys. Reflecting on his own diverse experiences, including DJing, owning a bouncy castle business, and self-publishing children's books, Lee highlights the valuable lessons learned from each endeavour. By exploring the footprints left behind by these experiences, Lee emphasises the importance of understanding and maximising the potential of one's team members. KEY TAKEAWAYS Reflect on past experiences to understand present actions and behaviours. Consider the transferable skills gained from diverse past roles. Explore how personal journeys can influence current approaches. Recognise the importance of understanding team members' unique backgrounds. Maximise potential by leveraging the footprints and clues left by individuals. BEST MOMENTS "I've had to delve deeper into my past and start to note down some of the things that I've carried with me, the footprints that I've left behind on my journey." "I really think that my random journey is not actually that random. When you look at the footsteps that I have trodden, the clues that have been left behind, you see how I am." "Footprints leave clues. What clues have your footprints left and what clues have the footprints of your people left? Have you tried to understand it? If not, why not?" "I've learned something in every interaction that I've taken to developing the person that I am today." "The communication from DJing, the understanding the customer from DJing, and the importance of really getting to know the customer." HOST BIO You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/ For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material. Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.
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