What Does It Take to Get a ￡500M Acquisition? (Part 2)

"If you are chasing money rather than focusing on building a business, often, that can take you away from your objective of creating value."

This is Part 2 of my interview with Charlie Green

This episode is an instant classic - so good we've had to split it into 2 parts.

(If you haven't listened to Part 1, go do that here now)

Season's Greetings from Savannah, GA!

I'm home to celebrate Christmas with my family today, and I'd like to wish you a joyful holiday season however you may be celebrating or taking some downtime.

But I didn't want to leave you hanging too long after last week's cliff hanger, so...

Here is the rest of my interview with Charlie Green ??

This is Episode 9 of Misfits Mindset, sponsored by TSK Group

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As entrepreneurs we can learn a lot by paying attention to the success of others. Not to compare and copy, but to gain perspective and grow our own mindsets.

He didn't know it, but Charlie's continued success helped me grow. He raised the bar for my own goals and inspired my thinking.

So I made sure to let Charlie know I looked up to him during this interview.

Empathy

My collaboration partner, Dan Pilling began reflecting on this episode by referring to the "misfit mindset being grounded in an innate sense of empathy". He went on to say [they] "ground their decisions in an authentic desire to understand the views of others."

Charlie talks a lot about his desire to support the people who he works with, and that has clearly contributed to the culture that enabled their growth.

Embracing Change

In this episode Charlie reflects on the journey of building and scaling TOG. He shares valuable insights into the challenges of maintaining company culture during growth, making tough decisions, and the transformative impact of a strategic deal with Blackstone valuing the company at ￡500M.

The Future

As he steps into a new chapter, Charlie also discusses his thoughts on the future of office real estate, emphasising the need for a focus on sustainability, wellness, and creating environments that people want to be in.

He stepped down from his role at The Office Group earlier this year, so naturally I ask what's next up for Charlie Green.

Be sure to listen to hear what he said.

?Mindset Moments

• Embracing Change and Preserving Culture: Charlie emphasises the importance of embracing change as a business grows while preserving the core values and culture that define a company. He shares insights into TOG's family-like approach to caring for its employees and the challenge of maintaining authenticity as the company scaled.
• Strategic Decision-making: Discussing significant decisions, Charlie acknowledges the inevitability of making mistakes but stresses the importance of forgiveness and learning. He shares a standout example involving a crucial decision with Blackstone, highlighting the complexities and foresight required in such strategic moves.
• The Future of Office Real Estate: Offering insights into the evolving landscape, Charlie envisions a shift in the conversation from hybrid working to a more nuanced approach. He emphasises the need for quality, flexibility, and a focus on high-demand central locations. Additionally, he explores the growing importance of sustainability, wellness, and mental health considerations in real estate.

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? The Office Group Website

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