903: Matt Rolfe Founder Westshore Hospitality Group on Vulnerability-Based Leadership

Matt Rolfe is the Founder of Results Hospitality, Westshore Hospitality Group, and Matt Rolfe Hospitality Leadership Coaching. Matt is a leadership trainer who has worked with the top ten percent of the hospitality industry toward unlocking their true potential. As founder of the Results Hospitality and Westshore Hospitality Group, he has worked with hundreds of leadership teams throughout North America. Beginning his career with companies like Bacardi and Labatt/Anheuser Busch, Matt has become an industry expert dedicated to helping leaders and team members examine the human element of their businesses and execute effective communication, and team-building training unique to their needs. Additionally, Matt is the author of You Can't Do It Alone: Focusing on People to Scale, Develop and Lead Your Restaurant.

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Favorite success quote or mantra:

• "You can't take care of others if you don't take care of yourself."

In this episode with Matt Rolfe we will discuss:

• Childhood trauma
• Recognize great behavior
• Relationship with money
• The differences between a consultant and a coach
• How to earn and recognize trust?

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