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The Secrets to Creating Magic In Our Lives with Lee Cockerell from a Career at Disney

Author
Jamie Smith
Published
Tue 06 Jun 2023
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The secret to creating magic in our lives both personally and professionally is outstanding leadership; according to former Executive Vice President of Walt Disney World, Lee Cockerell. If you want to learn how to ultimately just be a good human being and lead a good life...you need to listen to this episode. Check out the highlights below for a glimpse of all the amazingness covered in this conversation with, in my opinion, a living legend.

Episode Highlights:

  • What outstanding leadership looks like
  • Difference between management & leadership
  • How to live with integrity 
  • The importance of continuous learning and teaching
  • How to be a good coach
  • How to “burn the free fuel”- Appreciation, Recognition, Encouragement(ARE)
  • How to respect, appreciate, & value everyone (RAVE)
  • Why time management is most crucial skill to living a successful & happy life.
  • How to live with more intention and the importance of reflecting on your life
  • How you’re a product of the decisions you make every day
  • How having a positive influence is more important than fame
  • 3 questions to ask ourselves often in life that will help us gain self awareness, keep us humble, and keep us in control of our lives.
  • Lees fondest memories from Disney

Lee Cockerell Bio:
Retired Executive Vice President of Operations of the Walt Disney World Resort. Prior to his 16-year career with Disney, he spent 8 years with Hilton Hotels, and 17 years with Marriott International. Before entering the hospitality industry, he attended Oklahoma State University and enlisted in the United States Army. Lee has authored multiple titles, including Creating Magic, The Customer Rules, Time Management Magic and Career Magic. He's a popular keynote speaker around the globe and continues to speak and teach on behalf of the Disney Institute.

Resources:
LeeCockerell.com
Click here to check out his books
Cockerell Academy.com
Creating Disney Magic Podcast
Lee on LinkedIn

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