Michael Caines, MBE
From Devon Life:
Elite Devon businesses assembled
to hear leading business coach Judy Salmon interview culinary
superstar Michael Caines MBE at a private event at The Royal
Clarence ABode Hotel in Exeter.
Following a welcome reception for invited guests, Andrew Maynard
of Michelmores introduced Judy Salmon and Michael Caines.
The thought-provoking interview that
followed was designed to demonstrate to businesses that success
really can be achieved even in the face of apparently insurmountable
odds. Michael revealed that the most important lesson he had
learned in his life was to take criticism constructively and
this was especially important in a business context. Michael
said, "Be self-critical but also stubborn about what you truly
believe in." He added, "Use your strengths and beliefs to carve
out your reputation."
Raymond Blanc at Le Manoir Aux Quat'
Saisons was one of the chefs who had a profound influence on
Michael. guests were treated to a fascinating history of Michael's
progress from being a student at Exeter College to the award-winning
celebrity chef he is today. Michael's dynamic partnership with
Andrew Brownsword led to the creation of ABode Hotels and Michael
described how he had been inspired by Andrews business vision
of Originality, Personality, Quality making a perfect fit with
Michael Caines restaurants.
Michael is also noted for extensive
charity work and Judy asked him how he managed to fit everything
into his busy schedule he said, "I like to live life to the full
and make sure that people around me have a good time. That is
why I like to get involved in so many things."
But it was his final quote that brought
the house down and created a huge wave of applause. When Judy
asked him to describe the secret of his success in just three
words, Michael paused for a second and said, "Hard bloody work!"
Judy Salmon said, "As a local
Business Coach and Training Consultant it is great to have the
opportunity to show how success can be achieved in challenging
times so that I can help my clients. I was delighted that Michael
Caines gave up his valuable time to be interviewed by me. To
hear Michael’s story, told in such a modest, open, courageous
and humorous manner was outstanding, making one sit up and think
about one's own life. I was also really pleased to be working
with my sponsors Knight Frank, J M Finn & Co and
Kirk Hills Chartered Accountants and am so grateful to them for
supporting this event."
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