156. Kelli Valade, CEO at Denny’s on Life in the Leadership Lane – Be Seen!

Life in the Leadership Lane

Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane!

This week, I am talking with Kelli Valade, CEO at Denny’s Corporation.

• How did Kelli get started in her career? What led her to the world Leadership?
• What does Kelli share about Danny’s Coffee and Donut Shop?
• When did Kelli “find her lane” in her career?
• What does Kelli share about her personal board of directors?
• What does Kelli share about “the power of being seen”?
• What does Kelli share about listening to feedback?
• What does Kelli share about “the team member experience”?
• What does Kelli share about “Denny’s Together”?
• What does Kelli share about “Diner Time”?
• What advice does Kelli share to help us in our every day?
• …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with a few more questions.

Interview resources:

Favorite quote(s) from Kelli:

“Every dish is about love and bringing people together.”

“The mentors I have had have been lifelong.”

“Raise your hand and say, I think I can add value there.”

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• Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace
• Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)
• Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track

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