Every leader knows how important listening is. But how often do we break it down and try to understand what it actually means to be a good listener?
Today’s guest, Rob Light, can really help us answer that question. He’s the Managing Partner of Creative Artists Agency, the world’s largest talent and sports agency. As the head of their music division, he ha ... Show More
Feb 26
#280: Blake Mycoskie, Founder, TOMS Shoes and ENOUGH – Stay connected to your why
Content Warning: This episode includes a candid conversation about depression and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7. You’re not alone. — Blake Mycoskie bu ... Show More
1h 5m
Feb 19
#279: Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company – AI is about growth, not just productivity
“This is a once-in-a-generation technology transition.” That’s how Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner and North America Chair at McKinsey & Company describes the AI moment we’re living through. And he should know: he’s spent 28 years coaching the world’s top companies through massive c ... Show More
1h 17m
Feb 12
#278: Hanneke Faber, CEO, Logitech – Co-create with your team
How do you get 7,000 people aligned on a new strategy? Ask Logitech CEO Hanneke Faber, who pulled it off in just 24 hours. The former Dutch national diving champion (yes, really) knows that the best strategies aren’t handed down from above. They’re co-created with the people who’ ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2023
How To Be The Leader People Follow
Jeff Gibbard joins our host, Diane Helbig to discuss what every new manager needs to know before their first day, what our culture gets dead wrong about leadership, and how "Lovable Leadership" might fix what’s wrong with work.
Jeff Gibbard is the author of The Lovable Leader, a ... Show More
40m 13s
Nov 2023
656: How to Understand People Better, with Heather Younger
Heather Younger: The Art of Active Listening Heather Younger is an experienced international keynote speaker, best-selling author, CEO, and Founder of Employee Fanatix. Known as The Employee Whisperer, Heather harnesses humor, warmth, and an instant relatability to engage and upl ... Show More
37m 53s
Jun 2024
Listen, Learn, Lead— From the Vault
<p>Leaders are responsible for making decisions. In order to make good decisions, good information is necessary; and you get that information by stopping and listening to the people around you. In this episode from 2013, I discuss how you can create systems that incorporate liste ... Show More
20m 54s
Jun 2023
The Art of Persuasion: Building Buy-In and Inspiring Teams for Success W/ Alastair Wood
Have you ever needed to persuade someone to join your team or convince them to support a project? How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn from it? In this interview, we have the privilege of talking to Alastair Wood, Vice-President & General Counsel at Rhino a ... Show More
21m 45s