Reaching Success and Significance: An Interview With Dr. Nido Qubein

Beyond being one of the most articulate communicators on the
planet, Dr. Nido Qubein is a humble leader, with a waiting line
of people eager to be a part of his team.


 


He’s truly one of the most remarkable leaders I’ve ever
experienced, and I’m grateful to have a chance to share some of
his philosophies with you.


 


During the interview, Nido talked about:


 


       The real secret to
happiness in life: having purpose in your life. He goes into
great deal on specific actions to take in order to find your
purpose, which leads to passion. Passion, he says, leads to
energy. Energy leads to action. Action leads to success. Success
leads to significance. Significance leads to happiness.

       The definition of
an effective leader.

       His #1 most
important habit: Energy management.

       The top 3 qualities
he looks for in any new hire: #1 initiative.

       He distinguishes
between a “workers mentality,” which is what most universities
are preparing students for, and an “entrepreneurs mentality.” The
later of which will get you every opportunity you want.

       “Top performers,”
he says, “focus on results, while non-performers focus on excuses
and complaining.”



 


This interview is packed full of valuable information – Listen
in! And please share.


 


More on Dr. Qubein:


 


After coming to the U.S. as a teenager with no money and limited
knowledge of English, Qubein has become an accomplished business
leader, dedicated philanthropist and President of High Point
University.


 


His life story is one filled with adversity and abundance. It is
through the lens of his life accomplishments that one appreciates
his current role as an educator, philanthropist, and passionate
advocate for the development of our future leaders.


 


Dr. Qubein also serves on the boards of BB&T Bank, Great
Harvest Bread Company and La-Z Boy Corporation. He has also
written a dozen books and recorded scores of audio and video
learning programs.


 


President Qubein has partnered with faculty and staff to forge
new opportunities for HPU. Focusing on experiential education and
holistic, values-based learning, graduates are prepared to live a
life of both success and significance.


 


He has served as past president of the Big South Conference and
teaches a class to all freshmen titled, “The President’s Seminar
on Life Skills.” In the course, Dr. Qubein shares with students
the habits, skills, values, and the practical intelligence that
one must apply to succeed in an ever-changing world.


 


I am deeply grateful to have the opportunity to share this
interview with you – Enjoy!


 


To learn more about Dr. Qubein and High Point University, click
here.


 


Here’s to Your Greatness,


 


Misti Burmeister