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Daniel Lubetzky

KIND Snacks, Founder
EPISODE 37

Embrace the Philosophy of "And"

Today’s guest is Daniel Lubetzky, Founder of KIND Snacks – which is the fastest growing snack brand in the world.

It’s not every day that you can find a snack that’s healthy AND tasty. 

But as you’re going to hear in this conversation, Daniel is really good at finding a way to advance two seemingly contradictory goals, and it’s been a game changer for both his business and his life.

He calls it the philosophy of “AND.” With this insight, you can maximize value with every decision you make. Listen to this conversation to see how you can apply it. Oh, and don’t miss the behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to be a shark on Shark Tank! 

You’ll also learn:

  • The #1 trait that levels the playing field for small companies against larger competitors
  • Indispensable advice for anyone thinking about expanding into a new category
  • How to build a culture where your team isn’t afraid to disagree with you
  • What it really means to be kind (and why it’s different than just being nice)

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More from Daniel Lubetzky

Be aware of the shadow you cast
The cultures and values of a leader become the cultures and values of the organization they lead. That’s why your own development is so important!
Think AND, not OR
Great ideas don’t always require trade-offs. Look beyond either/or thinking to unlock smarter, more innovative solutions.
Be kind, not nice
Your kindness isn’t a weakness. It takes strength to speak up, take action, and solve hard problems—not just stay quiet and polite.

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Short (but powerful) leadership advice from entrepreneurs and CEOs of top companies like JPMorgan Chase, Target, Starbucks and more.

Clips

  • Put others first
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Learn from your mistakes
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Embrace holistic capitalism
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Think AND, not OR
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Check your ego
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Engage employees as equals
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Be aware of the shadow you cast
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Ownership fuels creativity
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Create a culture of permission
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Stand for something
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder
  • Be kind, not nice
    Daniel Lubetzky
    Daniel Lubetzky
    KIND Snacks, Founder

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