About this episode

Ellen Wright shares how cooking principles can inform business success and leadership.

What can a beautifully prepared dinner teach about running a successful business? Quite a lot, according to Ellen Wright , a five-time cookbook author who trained with culinary icons Julia Child and James Beard . In this week's episode, Ellen shares how the principles that guide her cooking translate seamlessly into leadership, entrepreneurship, and everyday decision-making. Her approach is refreshingly practical: keep things simple, prepare in advance, and don't panic when something goes wrong. A collapsed dessert can become a new creation. A business misstep can spark innovation. The key is adaptability. Ellen also highlights something many leaders overlook — success is less about perfection and more about people. Whether hosting a dinner party or managing a team, the goal is to create an environment where others feel comfortable, engaged, and valued. From disciplined preparation to creative problem-solving, Ellen's insights offer a recipe for success that any business owner can follow. If you're hungry for fresh ideas — and practical strategies you can apply immediately — this episode is a feast. Bon appétit. [Ellen's latest book is Best of The Best: Select Recipes from 4…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dean Rotbart, Maxwell Rotbart

Guest: Ellen Wright

Topics covered

• business lessons
• leadership
• entrepreneurship
• cooking
• adaptability
• team management

Keywords

• business
• cooking
• leadership
• entrepreneurship
• adaptability
• team management
• innovation

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Best of The Best: Select Recipes from 4 Cookbooks and 60 Years of Cooking

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