Leadership Secrets

Zeynep “Z” Ekemen on Trusting Your Gut

Episode Summary

Listen in to a great interview with Zeynep “Z” Ekemen, CEO of Z Real Estate Group. Z describes her journey to become a CEO as one where she’s always been comfortable being a leader. She likes to listen to the advice of others, but always trusts her gut instincts. As a child, she simply wanted to make the world a better place, and continuously sought out projects to accomplish that goal. It’s a great conversation full of high-quality leadership advice.

Episode Notes

• She has incredible drive and persistence, and her leadership philosophy centers around hard work. 
• Her favorite quote is from President Calvin Coolidge, “Nothing in the world takes the place of persistence. Nothing.”
• Her advice to growing leaders is to be confident and know who you are. 
• When it comes to strategic direction, it’s vital to get people on the same page.
• Before making tough decisions she looks at the situation in reverse. What’s the best outcome, and then move backward to what actions have to take place along the way.
• Her favorite book is Success Habits by Napoleon Hill, which she reads regularly.