Summary:
When Michael Mondavi and his father Robert Mondavi, started producing wine in a little-known region of California, they believed Napa Valley had “the right stuff” to make great wines. Their commitment to doing it consistently made all the difference.
Michael Mondavi talks with Thuy Vu about the early days of the wine business in Napa — progressing from survival mode to excitement and real passion as they realized they were making some of the world’s great wines.
You Can’t Please Everyone
Vy Tran learned a tough lesson as a first-time manager – you can’t please everyone. Having to “drive accountability” while also being a self-described “people pleaser” required Vy to dig deep and re-think how she communicates with her team.
Failing Forward
Failing forward is an essential skill not just at work but in life. For Vy Tran, learning from her mistakes has made her a more effective and influential leader.