Jack Skeels - "Failed Plumber Saves Major Video Game Project!" Ep. 81

Think. Live. Repeat.

In this episode, Jack Skeels shares his journey from being a failed plumber to finding success in management. He emphasizes the importance of failure, resilience, and self-belief in achieving one's goals. Jack also discusses the impact of others' perception and belief in your abilities. He highlights the power of empowering teams and removing excessive management in organizations. Additionally, Jack explores the generational perspectives on management and the importance of asking questions and embracing ignorance for lifelong learning. In this conversation, Jack Skeels discusses the concept of unmanaged work and its impact on organizations. He highlights the challenges faced by individuals and teams when dealing with unmanaged work and provides strategies for effectively managing it. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing unmanaged work to improve productivity and employee satisfaction.
Order Jack's book Unmanaged: https://www.amazon.com/Unmanaged-Master-Creating-Empowered-Organizations/dp/B0CLSJJJ49
Follow Jack on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackaskeels/
Takeaways

• Failure is an important part of the journey to success. It teaches resilience and the ability to bounce back.
• Believing in yourself and having confidence in your abilities is crucial for achieving your goals.
• The perception and belief of others can have a significant impact on your own self-belief and success.
• Empowering teams and removing excessive management can lead to increased productivity and better outcomes.
• Asking questions and embracing ignorance are key to lifelong learning and personal growth. Unmanaged work can lead to inefficiencies, burnout, and decreased productivity.
• Organizations need to recognize and address the challenges posed by unmanaged work.
• Effective strategies for managing unmanaged work include setting clear priorities, establishing boundaries, and leveraging technology.
• By managing unmanaged work, organizations can improve employee satisfaction and overall performance.

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Music:
Hindsight (Instrumental) by Fivefold (used with written permission)
By Your Side by Caslow, Bertie Scott & Patfromlastyear (used with written permission)