“Find a mentor that will be honest with you. That's how you're going to learn the most."

Notable Moments

00:32 Expert advice differs distinctly from organic mentorship.

01:10 Choosing the right mentor

04:43 Knowing what to ask a mentor

08:30 Ways to build and utilize a mentor relationship

12:43.How to approach a potential mentor

If you're looking for a mentor or some solid advice, take the leap and ask. When I joined Marriott and later Disney, I didn't have mentors handed to me on a silver platter. I reached out, asked questions. Sought advice.

Do you know what I heard back?

Not now. Too busy. Maybe later. Not interested. Work harder.

It feels frustrating getting halfhearted or no responses. It didn't stop me though. You can read my blog for more about what I did next.

Resources

The Cockerell Academy

About Lee Cockerell

Mainstreet Leader

Travel Guidance

Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.

"Create trust in the organization. Let people know that you don't know everything, you don't plan to know everything, and you're there to help them get what they need from the organization when they need it."

Notable Moments

00:57 A leader's role is to support, understand, and guide

03:56 Create a culture of trust for open communication and support

09:34 Avoid anxiety by trusting the competent people you hire

11:41 Understand your business by istening to employees and customers

Should a Leader Know Everything Their Team Does

As a leader, it’s okay not to know everything your team does. When I was promoted to oversee operations at Walt Disney World, I didn't fully understand the intricate details of every department. Imagine being responsible for managing a place as large as a city with over 50,000 cast members. There were times I felt totally out of control. But you know what I learned?

You don’t have to know everything.

Read more about this episode here in my blog.

Resources

The Cockerell Academy

About Lee Cockerell

Mainstreet Leader

Travel Guidance

Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.

"Magic's when you do such a good job, nobody can figure out how you do it."

Notable Moments

01:27 Experience and education provide solutions to problems.

05:46 Becoming the Go-To Expert in Your Field

07:04 The Importance of Keeping Up With Advancements

12:03 Consistent Quality and Communication

13:41 The Power of Excellence

15:12 Importance of Industry Expertise

If you’re aiming to be an expert in your field, keep feeding your brain and stay persistent. 25 years ago, I was terrified to speak even if it were for just 2 minutes. Fast forward, and I’ve given presentations ranging from 90 minutes to 4 hours without any notes. How did I get there? By focusing on things I’m passionate about and continually learning.

Read more in the blog found here.

Resources

The Cockerell Academy

About Lee Cockerell

Mainstreet Leader

Travel Guidance

Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.