What was the most challenging part of being CEO of 7-Eleven?
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Former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster at 7-Eleven
Niche: Retail, eCommerce, Production, Marketing
Revenue: $100K–$500K/month
Location: USA
Started: 1927
The most challenging part was definitely the corporate politics and fear that came with bankruptcy. There were times when I wasn't sure if I was going to have a future at 7-Eleven. But the upside of the business transformation, once we moved past the challenges, made it all worth it.
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