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July 14, 2025 • by Richard Roi in Podcasts • 
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Apple SpotifyStepping into the CEO role for the first time is a leap into the unknown. Kevin O’Brien shares what new leaders often miss – and what it really takes to succeed.
What got you here won’t get you there. But that’s not all, says Kevin O’Brien, CEO of Gammon Construction, in conversation with Ric Roi. You’re also going to need to really unpack the details of your new brief, marshal the data to spot the opportunities, figure out how to unlock future potential, and bring everyone with you on the journey.
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