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Rapid Response: Operating in a fishbowl w/Philly 76ers & NJ Devils CEO Scott O’Neil

May 9, 2020
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In sports, everyone has an opinion on every hire, every trade, every price change. That’s the reality – and also the privilege, says Scott O'Neil, CEO of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils. When the NBA dramatically shut down its season, O'Neil's life changed in a very public way. He faced leadership challenges that include missteps, like the decision (and sudden reversal) of cutting employee salaries, and discoveries, like knowing it’s okay to tap out when you need to recharge. With no players on the court or fans in the arena, O'Neil is shifting his focus on what the new era of sports and entertainment can look like. Interviewed by editor Bob Safian. Read a transcript of this episode: https://mastersofscale.com/rapidresponse/ Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dlirtX