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The Amani Experience Podcast


Mar 19, 2019

In EP 87, Sam Thompson talks to us about taking risks sooner, having more confidence and what a long and storied career with Marriott taught him about business.

 

Show Notes:

4:43 - Sam's career with Marriott

7:54 - What inspired Sam to "retire" from Marriott and pursue his own venture. 

13:36 - What are Sam's daily responsibilities.

14:52 - Moving his family from Oakland to Palm Springs.

17:18 - Shifting the perspective from competition to collaboration. 

22:35 - "We are our worst critics..."

25:19 - Lessons learned in the first four years of business. 

28:35 - "It's ok to ask for help ... "

34:02 - Confidence

37:19 - "Be patient with myself a little more ..."

41:24 -"One team, one dream ... "

48:54 - "Take the risk ..."

How to reach Sam: Website | Instagram | Linkedin | Facebook 

Book Recommendations:

"The Measure of a Man" by Sidney Poitier

"No More Excuses" by Tony Evans