Finding Ways for Everybody to Win

Paul Catipon, CEO of NetPro, shares a story of being offered a promotion when working at a bank. He explains how he approached that situation, looking out for the employees beneath him who were working even harder. Paul recalled another time when he received a bonus. He took it, cashed it, divided it into thirds, and gave two-thirds away. He touches on the concept of sharing and giving people what they are due, regardless of position.

Discussion Questions

  1. How does did Paul take on this situation with an EOC approach?
  2. Paul mentions the concept of giving and receiving. How did Paul receive in these situations?
  3. If you were the CEO, what would you value in employees like Paul?