Insights
Scaling Clean
Building Strong Teams & Facing Challenges: Leadership Lessons from Scott Case
Overview
- Introduction
- Scott Case's Background and Entrepreneurial Journey
- Mentors and Learning Outcomes
- Leadership Philosophy and Evolution
- Advice for First-Time Founders
- Hiring Strategies and Challenges
- The Power of Physical Space and Shared Experiences
- Tips on Firing Employees
- Success Through Editing: Making Strategic Choices
- Maintaining High Performance & Importance of Sleep
- Climate Optimism for Leaders: Hope for the Future
- Conclusion
#Cleantechers -
My recent Scaling Clean guest, Scott Case, is deeply experienced in starting successful ventures. He came to cleantech by way of Priceline, as that company’s founding Chief Technology Officer.
Among nearly 20 other different experiences, Scott now runs ZettaWatts, which has pioneered what it calls the “Additionality Rec Market” (AREC). It's offering fixed-price forward contracts to buy AREC from new projects under development. ZettaWatts is based in the National Capital Area, where I live and work, so it was good to have a neighbor on the show.
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Leadership Wisdom in Clean Energy: A Conversation with George Hershman
Overview
IntroductionEarly Career and Transition to Renewable Energy
Evolution of Leadership Style
The Role of Mentors
Passion for Clean Energy Industry
Unique Aspects of Leading a Clean Economy Company
Being an Effective CEO
Hiring Process & Engaging Diverse Viewpoints
Navigating Difficult Decisions: Firing Employees
Personal Routines for Professional Success
Taking Calculated Risks and Opportunities
Closing Thoughts
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