EIL39: Excelling in the Gambling Business with Gavin Isaacs

Everyone wants to achieve success in their career by making strategic decisions and committing wholeheartedly.  

But the challenge lies in navigating cultural differences and adapting to diverse work environments, as highlighted by Gavin Isaacs' experience in international business.  

The key to success is to respect and understand different cultures, make decisions confidently, and commit fully to the chosen path. By embracing multiculturalism and being open-minded, individuals can effectively navigate challenges and achieve their goals.  

Gavin Isaacs is an Experienced Public Company Board director. AGA Gaming Hall of Fame. Previously entrepreneurial and innovative global gaming and lottery CEO with over 25 years’ experience acquiring, financing and building multi-billion-dollar businesses in the Americas, EMEA, Asia, and Australia. Savin Isaacs is known for creating new company cultures that focus on exceeding customer expectations, driving high employee performance, and delivering strong bottom-line financial results. He emphasizes the importance of making decisions with commitment and aligning heart and gut instincts. 

In this episode, Gavin shares his fascinating journey from being an attorney to becoming a prominent figure in the gaming industry. 

Embrace cultural diversity, make decisions with confidence, and commit wholeheartedly to your chosen path to succeed in the dynamic world of international business. 

What you’ll Learn from this Episode: 

• Discover the key ingredients for turning around a struggling company to a successful one 

• From corporate law to running a conglomerate of over 12,000 people, Gavin Isaacs shares his valuable insights on international business and leadership.  

• Learn about the importance of cultural awareness in international business  

On making leadership decision "Once you make a decision, think about it, make your decision and then make it and commit to it. and go with your heart and your gut, they've got to be aligned." - Gavin Isaacs 

Topics Covered:

02:26 - Gavin's early career and transition to gaming 03:41 - Achievements in the gaming industry 04:14 - Key ingredients for company turnaround 06:30 - Building a great team and leadership style  08:02 - Differences between law and gaming industries 10:15 - Psychology behind gaming and entertainment  13:23 - Overcoming age and credibility challenges 15:59 - Relationship with CEO and career progression 22:08 - Experience as CEO of Shufflemaster  23:23 - Leading specific  games and major acquisitions 25:07 - Venturing into online gaming and sports betting 28:11 - Advice for international business 32:48 - Personal reflections and advice to younger self 

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• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-isaacs-27209550/ 

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