Dairy Queen CEO says he learned from Warren Buffett being the 'smartest person in the world' isn't the most important attribute for success | Fortune
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Dairy Queen CEO says he learned from Warren Buffett being the 'smartest person in the world' isn't the most important attribute for success | Fortune
""Warren Buffett taught me that zeal for the mission is more important than anything else; being 'smartest person in the world' won't outperform 'somebody who has that passion.'""
""I was very anxious going in because OK, I felt like I knew our business, but you're sitting down with Warren Buffett.""
""Buffett figured Bader could teach him a thing or two, which ironically taught him a valuable lesson back: that anyone you meet knows something you don't, regardless of stature.""
Troy Bader, CEO of Dairy Queen, emphasizes that passion is more crucial than intelligence for business success, a lesson learned from Warren Buffett. During his interview with Buffett, Bader felt pressure but learned that even successful individuals have much to learn from others. Buffett's humility and willingness to learn from Bader reinforced the idea that everyone has unique knowledge, regardless of their status. This experience shaped Bader's leadership approach, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and passion in driving a business forward.
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