REI In Your Car 59: If You Were an Employee, Youd Probably Be Fired by Now

Published: Aug. 2, 2016, 10 a.m.

Do you take your business seriously? Are you operating it like a business?

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I\u2019ve often thought about how some investors \u2018work\u2019 at their business. If they were an actual employee, they\u2019d probably be fired. Come in late, leave early. Two-hour lunch. Always complaining. Never finishing tasks. Seldom going above what\u2019s minimally necessary.

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If you were a boss with an employee that fit that description, what would you do?

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In this episode, I tell you about a boss I had years ago who was a hard-nosed guy. But, boy did he ever teach me about sticking with a task and follow-through, wow! Powerful lessons. He affected how I look at getting the job done \u2013 and to never leave anything to chance.

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