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The Case For “A” Level Talent

What “A” Players Bring to the Table

Some people argue that talent is overrated. But estimates, based on evidence from a variety of industries, suggest that star employees outperform others by a country mile:

The best developer…

…at Apple is at least nine times as productive as the average software engineer at other technology companies.

The best blackjack dealer…

…at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas keeps his table playing at least five times as long as the average dealer on the Strip.

The best sales associate…

…at Nordstrom sells at least eight times as much as the average sales associate at other department stores.

The best transplant surgeon…

…at a top-notch medical clinic has a success rate at least six times that of the average transplant surgeon.

Jeffrey Summers

The two choices you have are: To step forward into growth or remain in your death spiral.

For four decades, my Coaching, Consulting, & Learning Events have helped thousands of hospitality leaders worldwide, build successful businesses. Call or text me at +1-817-797-2929 or email me at Jeffrey@JeffreySummers.com.

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“I only work with ambitious leaders who want to define their future, not hide from it.”


For four decades, my Coaching, Consulting, & Learning Events have helped thousands of hospitality leaders worldwide, build successful businesses. Call or text me at +1-817-797-2929 or email me at Jeffrey@JeffreySummers.com

What I Do To Help You Build A Better Business


  • An OnsiteReview™
  • BizWorx™ Coaching
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  • Avg Cost To Replace A BOH Restaurant Hourly Employee $2,800
  • Avg Cost To Replace A FOH Restaurant Hourly Employee $2,200
  • Avg Cost To Replace A Restaurant Executive $213,000
  • Avg Cost To Replace A Restaurant Manager $15,000
  • Avg Tenure Of A Restaurant Employee Is 110 Days

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