37 Min.
#11: Scott Mordell - Former CEO of YPO Joe talks YPO
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- Karriere
Scott is the former CEO of YPO. Scott and Joe talk about his journey leading organizations in various industries, from horse racing to garage and gate openers and everything in between.
Scott joined YPO as a member in 1995 and most recently served as its CEO beginning in 2011. Scott helped expand YPO membership, and transition it from a primarily US organization to an international organization focused on leadership impact. He shares a great deal of wisdom, resources, and advice for YPO members and several strategies, philosophies, and tips for CEOs.
Scott has enjoyed 36 years of marriage with his wife, Vicki. He talks about how goodwill and shared experiences have kept their marriage strong. His three children are aged 25-29, and he talks about how they raised them and what he called ‘Mordell University.’ The interview ended with a John Mellencamp song lyric that inspires him to help people be better and reach their potential, whatever that may be.
To connect with Scott, drop him an email. (smordell@forradergroup.com) or send him a message on LinkedIn. If you are interested in learning more about YPO, visit the YPO Website (https://legacy.ypo.org) for more information about becoming a member.
(3:03) - Scott’s background and career
(6:16) - Scott’s experience with becoming CEO of Arlington Race Track at such a young age
(8:02) - What do you think the leadership saw in you so early?
(9:09) - Would you agree with the statement “All businesses are the same, it’s just the people that change” since you’ve been in several different industries?
(10:31) - What separates a good leader from a great leader?
(11:34) - What are you focusing on in the first 90 days of stepping into a new organization?
(12:53) - What was YPO like in 1995 and what was your experience taking over as the CEO of the organization?
(17:08) - What’s the right reason to join YPO and the wrong reason to join?
(18:43) - Imposter Syndrome in YPO & The Diversity and Inclusion aspect of YPO
(22:29) - Scott’s tips and tricks on how to do YPO well
(25:45) - How do you and your wife stay connected and what are your interests together?
(27:01) - How do you navigate balancing career and family?
(28:42) - In what ways do you support and guide your children?
(31:02) - How does YPO support parents?
(32:27) - What YPO family events come to mind that are really worthwhile?
(33:55) - YPO resources for children who are ill
(35:10) - Where do you see yourself making a difference in society and your community?
Joe Talks YPO is produced by Johnny Peterson & Straight Up Podcasts.
Scott is the former CEO of YPO. Scott and Joe talk about his journey leading organizations in various industries, from horse racing to garage and gate openers and everything in between.
Scott joined YPO as a member in 1995 and most recently served as its CEO beginning in 2011. Scott helped expand YPO membership, and transition it from a primarily US organization to an international organization focused on leadership impact. He shares a great deal of wisdom, resources, and advice for YPO members and several strategies, philosophies, and tips for CEOs.
Scott has enjoyed 36 years of marriage with his wife, Vicki. He talks about how goodwill and shared experiences have kept their marriage strong. His three children are aged 25-29, and he talks about how they raised them and what he called ‘Mordell University.’ The interview ended with a John Mellencamp song lyric that inspires him to help people be better and reach their potential, whatever that may be.
To connect with Scott, drop him an email. (smordell@forradergroup.com) or send him a message on LinkedIn. If you are interested in learning more about YPO, visit the YPO Website (https://legacy.ypo.org) for more information about becoming a member.
(3:03) - Scott’s background and career
(6:16) - Scott’s experience with becoming CEO of Arlington Race Track at such a young age
(8:02) - What do you think the leadership saw in you so early?
(9:09) - Would you agree with the statement “All businesses are the same, it’s just the people that change” since you’ve been in several different industries?
(10:31) - What separates a good leader from a great leader?
(11:34) - What are you focusing on in the first 90 days of stepping into a new organization?
(12:53) - What was YPO like in 1995 and what was your experience taking over as the CEO of the organization?
(17:08) - What’s the right reason to join YPO and the wrong reason to join?
(18:43) - Imposter Syndrome in YPO & The Diversity and Inclusion aspect of YPO
(22:29) - Scott’s tips and tricks on how to do YPO well
(25:45) - How do you and your wife stay connected and what are your interests together?
(27:01) - How do you navigate balancing career and family?
(28:42) - In what ways do you support and guide your children?
(31:02) - How does YPO support parents?
(32:27) - What YPO family events come to mind that are really worthwhile?
(33:55) - YPO resources for children who are ill
(35:10) - Where do you see yourself making a difference in society and your community?
Joe Talks YPO is produced by Johnny Peterson & Straight Up Podcasts.
37 Min.