Jim Estill: Unlocking Billion-Dollar Success and the Secrets of Servant Leadership and Innovation - Video

Today on the “Servant Leadership Podcast,” we hear from Jim Estill as he shares his insights on servant leadership and innovation in the business world.

Jim is a technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist.

He is known for starting and growing a business to $2 billion.

Jim has invested in over 150 companies and played a pivotal role in the early investment and growth of BlackBerry.

Jim purchased Danby Appliances, which has become a household name in the appliance industry.

Jim is renowned for his philanthropic efforts, including his incredible work in supporting refugees and fostering community development.

In his book, “Zero to 2 Billion,” he shares the principles and stories behind his entrepreneurial journey and success.

I am excited for him to share about what it takes to lead with empathy, achieve remarkable success, and become a better servant leader.

Timestamps:
00:00 Jim Estill Intro
00:51 Welcome Jim Estill
01:04 Jim's Background
03:04 Starting A Business While In College
04:00 Approach To Running An Existing Company Versus A Start-up
05:40 How Servant Leadership Enhanced Running An Existing Company
07:49 Instilling Servant Leadership Principles
09:32 Reflecting On R.I.M. (Blackberry)
10:35 The Process Of Taking A Private Company Public
12:45 Impact Of Mentors
14:06 The “Danby Journey”
15:43 Retiring And Un-Retiring
17:28 Philanthropy and Refugees
18:33 Choosing Charitable Initiatives
19:26 How To Influence Other Leaders
20:37 Finding And Encouraging Effective Leaders
22:39 Other Businesses That Jim Is Involved In
23:55 Awards Of Recognition
25:35 Helping People To Be “Others Focused”
27:29 Leading Through Tough Circumstances
28:29 Life Lesson About Servant Leadership
29:33 10 Rapid Fire Questions
33:58 Closing

Check out Jim's Company Danby Appliances: https://www.danby.com/

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