John Mackey
Whole Foods Market, Cofounder and former CEO
It's OK to take a non-traditional path to your growth and career
Happy, well-trained team members are key to growing a brand
Create a culture where the best idea wins
Customers can't always articulate the problems they need solved
Use the power of appreciation to build a more caring culture
Don't be too proud to learn from your competitors
Hubris can keep you from seeing valuable opportunities in the market