This week, I sit down with Chef Franck Desplechin — someone who’s spent decades in Michelin-starred kitchens and luxury hotels but has taken a step back to focus on what really matters. We talk about his new book Relentless Growth, but more importantly, we talk about what growth actually costs. Franck gets into burnout, ego, family, leadership, and what it means to build a life—not just a resume. This one’s for anyone who’s ever hit a wall, looked around, and realized success doesn’t always feel the way you thought it would.
Guest: Chef Frank Desplechin
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Chef Franck Desplechin
02:56 The Concept of Relentless Growth
05:36 Family Meals and Their Impact on Leadership
08:33 Learning from Failures and Setbacks
11:10 The Journey into Coaching and Incrementum
22:47 Embracing Entrepreneurship
23:08 The Importance of Mentorship
25:08 Chasing Growth, Not Money
26:23 The Journey of Writing a Book
29:51 Recognizing Growth vs. Burnout
33:08 Daily Reflection and Personal Growth
35:19 The Legacy of Parenthood
38:14 Leadership as a Trilogy
40:25 Plating Relentless Growth
42:16 Future Aspirations and Legacy
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