Josh D'Amaro's ascension to the CEO role at Disney is seen as a welcome change after Bob Chapek's tumultuous tenure. Unlike his predecessor, D'Amaro is widely regarded for his people skills and media training, which allows him to connect with shareholders and talent alike.
During a 20-minute interview last summer, I witnessed firsthand D'Amaro's ability to listen actively and respond thoughtfully. He peppered me with questions about my experiences at Disneyland, demonstrating a genuine interest in the stories behind the park's magic. This approachability is a rare quality in corporate leadership.
In contrast to Chapek's struggles to find his footing as CEO, D'Amaro exudes confidence and charisma. A recent encounter between him and a friend who works at Disneyland showcased his remarkable ability to recall conversations from just months prior. This talent for building rapport and recalling details is a hallmark of exceptional leaders.
Chapek's tenure was marked by an inability to convincingly embody the showman persona that Iger had so masterfully played. Despite attempts to rebrand himself, Chapek's softer appearance failed to convince. His discomfort on stage during earnings calls became increasingly apparent, with even a nervous energy palpable during the 2022 Accelerator Demo Day.
D'Amaro, on the other hand, balances business acumen with an uncanny ability to peddle Disney's most valuable export: the fantasy of a dream come true. The question now is whether his charm and people skills can translate into harmonious relationships with executives like Dana Walden, who will likely be watching his every move as he takes the reins.
As D'Amaro navigates this new role, it remains to be seen how his leadership style will unfold. One thing is certain, however: Disney's shareholders and talent alike will be eager to see if he can bring a similar level of charm and magic to the CEO position that has come to define the company under Iger's tenure.
During a 20-minute interview last summer, I witnessed firsthand D'Amaro's ability to listen actively and respond thoughtfully. He peppered me with questions about my experiences at Disneyland, demonstrating a genuine interest in the stories behind the park's magic. This approachability is a rare quality in corporate leadership.
In contrast to Chapek's struggles to find his footing as CEO, D'Amaro exudes confidence and charisma. A recent encounter between him and a friend who works at Disneyland showcased his remarkable ability to recall conversations from just months prior. This talent for building rapport and recalling details is a hallmark of exceptional leaders.
Chapek's tenure was marked by an inability to convincingly embody the showman persona that Iger had so masterfully played. Despite attempts to rebrand himself, Chapek's softer appearance failed to convince. His discomfort on stage during earnings calls became increasingly apparent, with even a nervous energy palpable during the 2022 Accelerator Demo Day.
D'Amaro, on the other hand, balances business acumen with an uncanny ability to peddle Disney's most valuable export: the fantasy of a dream come true. The question now is whether his charm and people skills can translate into harmonious relationships with executives like Dana Walden, who will likely be watching his every move as he takes the reins.
As D'Amaro navigates this new role, it remains to be seen how his leadership style will unfold. One thing is certain, however: Disney's shareholders and talent alike will be eager to see if he can bring a similar level of charm and magic to the CEO position that has come to define the company under Iger's tenure.
He's got the people skills thing down pat, and it's so refreshing to see a CEO who can actually connect with shareholders and talent alike. I mean, let's be real, Bob Chapek was just kinda... there 
. And don't even get me started on how nervous he was during those earnings calls – it was like watching a deer in the headlights! 
It's like he's got a Ph.D. in Disney magic (which, let's be real, he probably does 
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But overall, I'm stoked to see where D'Amaro takes this gig. Let's hope he brings the house down (in a good way, of course)! 
, and it made me think about how some CEOs are like those squirrels - they're all about getting to the top and don't really care about building relationships along the way. But then there's D'Amaro, who's like a squirrel that actually likes collecting nuts (I mean, leading Disney) and is willing to put in the effort to make sure everyone has enough 
. Maybe his people skills will be the key to making Disney magic happen again?
but at the same time, gotta wonder if he's more of a puppet on strings for those in power 
like walden and others who will be pulling the strings from behind the scenes... also, what's up with all these corporate leaders who seem to think they can just charm their way through problems without actually having any real business experience 
anyone else think he's gonna be the one to bring that "Disney magic" back? 
? He sounds like a total people person, which is super refreshing in corporate leadership! I mean, who wants their CEO to be all about the benjamins and forget about everyone else? 
But will he be able to bring that same charm and confidence to everything he does? Only time will tell 
. What do u think Disney fans are gonna expect from D'Amaro's leadership style?
Finally, some decent news for once! Can't believe it took Bob Chapek this long to get sacked... just kidding, sorta 
. But seriously, Josh D'Amaro seems like a breath of fresh air - his people skills are on point and I love that he's not afraid to show his personality. That recent conversation where he recalled our chat from months ago? Mind blown! 
He needs to bring that same charm to the boardroom, though - those executives aren't going to be won over easily 
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. Bob Chapek was like trying to put out a fire with a wet sponge - just not working 
. Josh D'Amaro's got that rare combo of business smarts and people skills, which is exactly what this company needs right now 
... and for real, Chapek was straight up uncomfortable on stage 
. I mean, have you seen those videos of him doing his media training? He's like a total pro 
. I've heard from friends who work at Disneyland that he's super down-to-earth and actually listens to what they have to say 
I mean, who wants a CEO who can't even convincingly sell themselves? Not me, that's for sure 
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. Only time will tell if D'Amaro can bring the Disney magic to the CEO spot 
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. Here's a simple mind map to visualize his strengths:
Disney's new CEO Josh D'Amaro might look like a breath of fresh air, but have you seen the latest earnings report from Sony? 
They just reported a massive loss due to the ongoing chip shortage affecting their game console production. It's gonna be a tough holiday season for gamers.
. let's be real, disney needs someone who can bring back that Iger magic 
I'm really excited about Josh D'Amaro taking over at Disney! He's got the perfect combo of business savvy and people skills, which is exactly what this company needs right now 
. It's all about how he connects with people and makes them feel heard, which is super rare in big leadership roles. I've seen some interviews where he just asks questions and listens actively, it's so cool to see corporate leaders do that. His ability to recall conversations from months ago is wild too 
. The question now is if his charm will translate into harmony with the execs under Dana Walden's watchful eye 
He's got some cool people skills, no doubt, but corporate leadership is so much more than just charm and charisma. Has anyone thought about how he'll handle the hard decisions? What if those "magic" moments don't translate to tough times?
I mean, we're talking billions of dollars here. Can D'Amaro really make that work in real life? Or will it all just boil down to hype and spin?
. Only time will tell, I guess