Des Hague left his role as President of IHOP in the middle of a financial crisis to lead a struggling company—because he saw opportunity where others saw chaos. He acquired Centerplate for under $200M and later sold it for nearly $800M.
The lesson? Bet on yourself, even when it’s risky. Just make sure you back it up with outcomes, not just talk.
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