A few hours ago I had a great discussion with Charles Conn the Board Chair of Patagonia and founding CEO of Ticketmaster-Citysearch. That conversation will be made public in the coming weeks but I was inspired to write something based on that discussion.
Should leaders really be vulnerable at work? Last week I announced that my brand new book, Leading With Vulnerability, is now available for pre-order and it’s being officially released on October 3rd. I’d love for you to order a copy and I’m going to be giving away bonuses to everyone who orders a hardcover version!
In today’s episode, I speak with best-selling author and entrepreneur, Seth Godin. Seth recently released his new book, “The Song of Significance,” which looks at work: why it is the way it is, why it’s gotten so bad, what all of us–especially leaders–can do to make it better.
Pattern recognition is a crucial leadership skill that enables leaders to make sense of their surroundings, anticipate potential outcomes, and make strategic business decisions in seemingly unfamiliar and unique circumstances.
We have all heard of vulnerability, but is it really that simple? Can you just show up to work talking about your challenges and mistakes, asking for help, and sharing how you’re feeling?
Today’s episode is with Dr. James Downing, a well known pediatric oncologist and the President and Chief Executive Officer of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He is known for his work in pediatric cancer research and his leadership in the Pediatric Cancer Genome Project, which has led to significant advancements in understanding the genetic basis of cancer in children.
“My leader is a jerk.” “My leader doesn’t get it.” “My leader hates me.” Whether it’s one of the statements above or something else, these are common things that I get asked. They all come down to the same thing, you and your leader are not getting along for whatever reason.
The world we live in is driven by recommendations. Be it picking the next binge-worthy series or selecting the perfect meal for a cozy night in, our decisions are often shaped by well-intentioned advice. Many industries have adopted this strategy to connect with customers with the goal of enhancing the overall experience.
Today my guest is David MacLennan, the Executive Chair and former CEO of Cargill, a global food and agribusiness corporation that employs over 160,000 employees in 70 countries. Cargill is ranked by Forbes as the world’s #1 largest private company with annual revenue over $165 billion.
Recently a big debate has been brewing in the business world when it comes to organizations investing in social causes or speaking up around controversial and polarizing topics. Specifically, what should they be investing in and saying and how should they decide?