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The fast track is a leadership and healthy life column of Strauss Zelnick, co-founder of ZMC, an investment company focused on the media; And the President and CEO of interactive software to take two, one of the largest video game companies in the world. Zelnick is also an avid participant in #TheProgram, a New York fitness group. If you have any questions for him, tweet them to@BESTLIFEONLINELINE-OR Send us a message onFacebook-Use the hashtag #Skstrauss.

Do you already "disconnect?"

Absoutely. I'm not a Workaholic and I do not think I'm on work 24 hours a day. I feel the most relaxed after a solid workout or when I'm at the beach. That said, withOmnipresent electronic devicesIt's hard to disconnect - and everyone expects you to be responsive at any time. Even while I am technically on vacation, I tend to stay in touch by checking for a few hours in the morning and at the end of the afternoon. Since I really like what I do, it does not stress me.

Everyone is still complaining of millennia being brutty and disrespectful and reluctant employees. Do you see that to be the case? And what are your thoughts on "Millennials" and millennial behavior, in general?

Wow. By "Everyone", you have to say "Grumping elderly". I do not think age is a particularly interesting distinction; Bratty, disrespectful and reluctant can correctly describe some employees - just not mine.

What are the applications you can not live without, and why?

Waze. I have a horrible direction sense, and my wife too. Once when we left a friend's house after dinner, we received a very specific road at home by our guests. As we reach the first intersection, we agreed that while we had been informed to turn left, we did not think it looked good. So naturally, we went in the other direction. You know how it turned out. Waze gives me where I go, help me to avoid traffic - and evenImproves the quality of my wedding.

Much research suggests that a massive amount of workers will become awarded - or will move slowly to remote work, in the near future. What are your thoughts on "Gig Economie" culture?

It depends on society and the person. From the point of view of the company, it is always a good idea of ​​the fixed perspective. With growth and scale, however, freelancers can be very economical less profitable than complete timers. From a worker's point of view, everything depends on what you want. Some people, like my sister Laurie, reallytake advantage of the flexibility of an independent occupation. Others want the safety of a job.

How much money is "enough"?

Once you have a roof on your head and the ability to feed and clothe your family and educate your children, you have just about everything that makes life comfortable and offers an opportunity for happiness and satisfaction. More money can definitely buy more toys, but it is very unlikely to buy a sweet life. Tranquility of mind, love and fulfillment are usually inside the jobs.

What are the best things a boss can do to run a healthy business?

Work hard and define an example. Okay on a mission and a plan and communicate clearly. Align the crop indicated with actions. Be honest. Listen with empathy. Answer questions directly. Delegate with information. Insist on excellence. To be transparent. Be kind.

What is the smartest thing you have ever spent money? The dumbest?

The smartest: my education. I put myself through higher education. The dumbest:my first car, an old Spitfire de Triomphe, that I bought when I was 19 years old. Incrediblysexy But, as my mechanic told me that he asked me not to have it, one of the worst cars ever made. He emptied all my savings in about 9 months. One of the happiest memories of my life is the day I sold it for led it.

If you could live your 20 years again, what would you do more - and less?

More: to be myself. It took me a lot too long to be comfortable enough in my own skin to introduce myself as I really. And it was really a relief when I let go trying to be all things to all people and start accepting my faults and limits. Less: disturbing for the future. Things worked well, as it turns out.

Would you buy an autonomous car? What are your thoughts on them?

I think we will inevitably reach a moment when cars self-driving most of the time. I am not sure that we will never have cars that do not require a driver designated with a steering wheel and pedals to take religion in a pinch; For example, when the grid decreases or bad weather grants electronic communications. Will I buy one? Yes, if I'm always vertical and off the ground.

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