In this episode of Racquet Fuel, hosts Kim Bastable and Simon Gale engage in conversation with veteran industry leader Chuck Gill. Together they explore how Chuck intentionally navigated his career, setting personal goals in his learning and development to enable him to reach career longevity and success in all of his roles. As someone who has worked as a Director in many types of racquets facilities, Chuck gives some insights into the nuances of leadership in the profession, offering valuable advice on marketing strategies and inclusive practices. But that’s not all – he also shares 3 insightful interview questions you MUST ask in an interview! Future leaders need to listen!

More episode highlights:

• How to build relationships and be a people person in the tennis industry
• What you can do to plan your career path
• Why being intentional developing business skills and understanding the industry early can lead to future success
• What it means to embrace challenges
• When to rely on HR for help
• How to support and empower your team

Resources mentioned in this episode:
Start with Why - How Great Leaders Inspire Action by Simon Sinek
Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries by Safi Bachall

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