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It\u2019s Time To Turn The Page On How We Lead & Manage People<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span> | January 6, 2022<\/span> | Leadership<\/a> | 0 Comments<\/p>

When the COVID pandemic suddenly appeared two years ago, our human tendency was to assume it would be a short-lived bump in the road. At the time, most of us quickly redeployed to our homes to work…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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When It Comes To Work, Home Isn\u2019t Where Our Heart Is<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span> | June 22, 2020<\/span> | Leadership<\/a> | 0 Comments<\/p>

It\u2019s astonishing to think that just three months ago, the business world was highly reluctant to allow most employees to work from home. Perhaps because not being present in the office every day was…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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4 Simple And Powerful Ways To Build Your Team\u2019s Confidence And Rule The World<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span> | December 16, 2019<\/span> | Heart Leadership In Practice<\/a>, Leadership<\/a>, Life Lessons<\/a>, Wisdom From Other Authors<\/a> | 0 Comments<\/p>

    “Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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How We Gain Power And Influence: Science\u2019s Surprising Answer<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span> | December 4, 2019<\/span> | Heart Leadership In Practice<\/a>, Leadership<\/a>, Uncategorized<\/a>, Wisdom From Other Authors<\/a> | 0 Comments<\/p>

In the late 19th Century, British historian, Lord Acton, famously asserted that \u201cpower corrupts.\u201d\u00a0And we surely needn\u2019t look too deeply within business, politics and every day life to find examples…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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10 Of The World’s Great Sages Share Their Most Important Leadership Advice<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span> | October 22, 2019<\/span> | Leadership<\/a> | 0 Comments<\/p>

Over the past year, I’ve had the wonderful honor of interviewing thirty of the world\u2019s most remarkable leadership authors, researchers, and professors \u2013 and have published these discussions on…<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Cortland Dahl: Born to Flourish \u2013 The Four Skills That Unlock a Life of Well-Being<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

    In an era marked by rising depression, loneliness, distractibility, and declining well-being, many leaders are searching for more effective ways to support their own flourishing and that of their teams. In this compelling conversation, Cortland Dahl, PhD, joins the discussion to share transformative insights from his new book, Born…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Zach Mercurio: Why People Need to Feel They Matter at Work<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

    What if one of the greatest threats to employee well-being isn’t workload, stress or even burnout\u2014 but the growing feeling that people simply do not matter where they work? That is the premise behind The Power of Mattering by Zach Mercurio, and the foundation of this compelling conversation about leadership, human…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Eric Ries: Why Most Companies Are Built to Fail<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

    What if the way most companies are run today\u2014chasing short-term profits, cutting corners, exploiting customers, and ignoring employee well-being\u2014is actually the opposite of what creates lasting organizational success? Eric Ries, author of the bestselling\u00a0The Lean Startup\u00a0and in his new book,\u00a0Incorruptible, has spent decades studying…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Shawn Achor: The Power of Belief and the Hidden Architecture of Human Performance<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

    Beliefs are one of the most powerful\u2014and least examined\u2014forces shaping human life. They determine what we notice, what we ignore, what we attempt, what we avoid, and ultimately what we believe is possible for ourselves and for others. Long before we act, long before we speak, long before we even consciously choose, our beliefs are…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Gillian Sandstrom: How Talking to Strangers Boosts Well-Being and Leadership Impact<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    In an era marked by remote work, digital convenience, and a documented 24% decline in everyday social interactions, many leaders are noticing a subtle but significant erosion of human connection \u2014 both in their personal lives and across their organizations. Our guest is Dr. Gillian Sandstrom,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Julianne Holt-Lunstad: Connection Is the Most Powerful Tool Leaders Are Ignoring<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Leaders who care about employee well-being are facing a hidden challenge that most aren\u2019t talking about enough: widespread disconnection. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Brigham Young University and Director of the Social Connection & Health Lab, has spent more…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Frank Giampietro: How EY\u2019s Chief Well-Being Officer Drives Impact<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    When a global professional services firm decides that employee well-being deserves C-suite ownership \u2014 complete with metrics, guardrails, and consequences \u2014 it signals a major leap from perks to strategy. To that end, Frank Giampietro serves as the Americas Chief Well-Being Officer at Ernst…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jen Fisher: Leading With Hope And Well-Being<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Jen Fisher\u00a0is a pioneering leader in workplace well-being and human-centered leadership. She became the first\u00a0Chief Well–being Officer at Deloitte US, creating a role that, as far as we know, no other major company in the world had ever established. In that role, she helped reshape how one…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Joshua Freedman: The Secret Power Leaders Ignore<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

      How can leaders use emotional intelligence to create workplaces where employees flourish? We explore the science and practice of emotional wisdom, examining how leaders can harness the interplay between emotion and reason to foster well-being, connection, and high performance in their teams. Josh Freedman, named one of…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Daniel Coyle: How Leaders Create The Conditions For Flourishing<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

    One of our all-time favorite guests, Daniel Coyle returns for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on human flourishing, belonging, and what leaders often misunderstand about employee well-being. Coyle is widely known for his ability to translate rigorous research into clear, actionable insights for leaders, and seven years…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Phil Le-Brun & Jana Werner: How Organizations Thrive When They Have Three Hearts<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Some organizations have no heart at all. The best have three! That\u2019s the thesis of the new book,\u00a0The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation, co-authored by our guests,\u00a0Phil Le Brun and Jana Werner. Both work with leaders operating at global scale\u2014Phil…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

David Van Adelsberg: Why Wall Street Is Betting on Employee Well-Being<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    For decades, Wall Street has rewarded short-term thinking: layoffs, cost-cutting, and squeezing employees. Let\u2019s be honest, investors have never been concerned about workers or their well-being. But that era is ending. David Van Adelsberg, CEO and co-founder of Irrational Capital (alongside…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mark C. Crowley: The Next Era Of The Lead From The Heart Podcast!<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Due to a technical problem with Apple Podcasts, we had to reissue this episode to ensure all subscribers received it. \u00a0Sorry if it’s a duplicate for some. For only the second time since launching the Lead From The Heart podcast eight years ago, Mark is opening a new season by speaking directly to…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mark C. Crowley: The Future Of The Lead From The Heart Podcast<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    For only the second time since launching the\u00a0Lead From The Heart\u00a0podcast in 2018, Mark is opening a new season by speaking directly to you\u2014without a guest. Eight years ago, Mark used the very first episode to introduce himself and his mission for the show. As this new season begins, he felt it…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Margaret Andrews: Why Leading Others Begins with Understanding Yourself<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    The first chapter of my new book, The Power of Employee Well-Being is titled Know Thyself\u2014and for good reason. I\u2019ve long believed that the most important work a leader can do begins inward, with deeply understanding who you are, how you show up, and the patterns that shape your behavior. That\u2019s…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mark Thompson \u2014 The #1 Coach to CEOs Prepares Leaders for Their Next Opportunity<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Mark Thompson is widely recognized as the world\u2019s #1 CEO coach, bringing more than 30 years of experience preparing top executives and boards \u2014 from global corporations to fast-growing startups \u2014 to step confidently into their next leadership roles. As founding Chairman of the Chief Executive…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jon Rosemberg: How To Break Out Of Survival Mode \u2014 And Start Thriving<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Have you ever noticed how many people \u2014 even highly successful leaders \u2014 live in constant overdrive? They\u2019re productive, disciplined, and always \u201con,\u201d but inside, they\u2019re exhausted. That\u2019s survival mode \u2014 and according to Jon Rosemberg, author of\u00a0A Guide to Thriving: The Science Behind Breaking…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Muriel Wilkins: Breaking Through the Hidden Beliefs That Hold Leaders Back<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Why Do Smart, Capable Leaders So Often Get In Their Own Way? Muriel M. Wilkins \u2014 executive coach, host of the Harvard Business Review podcast\u00a0Coaching Real Leaders, and author of the brilliant new book\u00a0Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential\u00a0\u2014 has spent her…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Colin Fisher: Why Teams, Not Stars, Create Lasting Success<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download     The core message of Colin M. Fisher\u2019s new book,\u00a0The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups, is simple but profound: we dramatically overestimate the role of individuals in success and underestimate the extraordinary power of groups. History celebrates \u201cgreat men\u201d like Edison,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Klaus Kleinfeld: A CEO Who Believes Well-Being Is the Real Edge in Leadership<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Klaus Kleinfeld has lived one of the most extraordinary leadership journeys of our time. He\u2019s the only executive ever to serve as CEO of two Fortune 500 giants on different continents\u2014Siemens in Germany and Alcoa in the U.S.\u2014and he\u2019s advised presidents and global leaders around the world. What…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Laurie Santos: Yale\u2019s Star Professor Brings the Science of Happiness & Well-Being to Work<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Laurie Santos is one of the world\u2019s leading voices on the science of happiness and well-being. She\u2019s a psychology professor at Yale University, where her course\u00a0Psychology and the Good Life\u00a0became the most popular class in Yale\u2019s 300-year history. So many students enrolled that the university…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Amy Gilliland: A CEO Who Puts Employee Well-Being at the Center of Success<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFor the second half of this podcast season, we\u2019ve been focused on employee well-being\u2014why it matters, how to foster it, and what happens when leaders fail to take it seriously. Our new guest, Amy Gilliland, shows what it looks like when a CEO makes well-being a true priority, not a mere slogan. Amy is…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Angela Jackson: What If Thriving Employees Were The Key To Thriving Companies?<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThat\u2019s the groundbreaking case made by Dr. Angela Jackson, Harvard University professor and New York Times bestselling author of The Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-Line Success. Angela\u2019s journey is remarkable. After losing her mother at age four, she was raised by grandparents who grew…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Nick Foster: What If Most Predictions About the Future Are Just Noise?<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Nick Foster, former head of design at Google X \u2014 the “moonshot factory” \u2014 and author of Could, Should, Might, Don\u2019t: How We Think About the Future, joins us to discuss his stunning conclusion that human beings are terrible at predicting the future, calling most forecasts \u201cmostly…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mita Mallick: Bad Bosses Have Much To Teach Us<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    What\u2019s worse than a boss who emails you at midnight, demanding instant replies? How about one who calls you \u201cMohammed\u201d instead of your real name, Madhumita, or another who expects you to dive back into work just days after your father\u2019s sudden death. Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Urs Koenig: Humility Is Leadership\u2019s Secret Weapon<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Urs Koenig, author of\u00a0\u201cRadical Humility: Be A Badass Leader And A Good Human,\u201d to explore leadership through a lens of selflessness and authenticity. Drawing from his experience as a peacekeeping mission commander in Kosovo, Urs shares…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Bree Groff: Reimagining Work with Joy and Purpose<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Is Bree Groff delusional or naive to believe work should be a source of fun and joy? Having read her bestseller, Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously)\u00a0and interviewed her, we\u2019re certain she\u2019s spot-on\u2014and voicing what many of us have long felt: work shouldn\u2019t be a grind that erodes our…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Sir David Spiegelhalter: A Leader\u2019s Guide To Mastering Uncertainty<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    As a statistician by trade, Cambridge University Emeritus Professor, Sir David Spiegelhalter might seem to be a huge outlier for our leadership podcast. At the beginning of our conversation he even acknowledges feeling this way. But his new book,\u00a0The Art of Uncertainty, was named an Amazon Best…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Richard Simon: Why It\u2019s Probably Time You Unplugged<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Ever wonder what 75 days a year glued to your phone is costing you?\u00a0 That staggering figure\u2014based on a 2024 study showing Americans spend an average of 5 hours and 16 minutes daily on their smartphones\u2014reveals how deeply our devices dominate our lives.\u00a0 Enter Richard Simon and his provocative…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Margaret Heffernan: How Artists Turn Uncertainty Into Opportunity<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download     We\u2019re thrilled to welcome back Margaret Heffernan to the podcast, a guest whose erudition and insight left us in awe last time! Margaret is one of the most remarkable people we’ve had on the show\u2014an entrepreneur, former CEO, acclaimed author, and thought leader whose uncommon education…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Martin Dubin: Uncovering the Hidden Blind Spots That Hold Leaders Back<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Imagine you\u2019re a leader who\u2019s achieved great success, yet something suddenly feels off: roadblocks appear, your team seems less responsive and productive\u2014and you\u2019re not progressing as hoped. What\u2019s holding you back? Martin Dubin, a clinical psychologist and author of, Blindspotting: How To See…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Shigehiro Oishi: Embracing the Unfamiliar to Forge Deeper Lives and Thriving Teams<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    We\u2019re thrilled to welcome Shigehiro Oishi, renowned psychologist and University of Chicago professor, whose groundbreaking research on well-being has reshaped how we understand a fulfilling life. As the author of Life in Three Dimensions: How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Gary Shapiro: Mastering the Art of the Pivot<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    For over 40 years, Gary Shapiro has been CEO of the Consumer Technology Association \u2013 the organization which runs CES, the world\u2019s largest and most influential technology trade show held every year in Las Vegas. CES long ago became the global stage where innovations like the iPhone, self-driving…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Wes Adams: How Meaningful Work Fuels Exceptional Performance<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Wes Adams, co-author of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, joins the podcast and shares profound insights from his extensive, multi-year research, on an essential yet often ignored leadership prerogative: ensuring employees feel they\u2019re connected to a…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Claudius Hildebrand: The Lifecycle Of Every Leader; Why Growth and Reinvention Matter<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    What makes a leader truly successful? To find out, we sat down with Claudius Hildebrand, author of the bestselling The Life Cycle of a CEO: The Myths and Truths of How Leaders Succeed. His core insight? Leadership isn\u2019t a trophy you win or a title you hold\u2014it\u2019s a dynamic, ever-evolving journey…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Melody Wilding: Navigating the Complexities of Managing Up<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Melody Wilding, Professor of Human Behavior at Hunter College in New York City, and renowned for her expertise in workplace dynamics, has just published, “Managing Up: How To Get What You Need From The People In Charge.” It\u2019s received outstanding reviews, is already a bestseller \u2013 and has…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Adam Galinsky: A Blueprint for Inspiring Leadership<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Renowned social psychologist and Columbia Business School professor Adam Galinsky, has dedicated his academic career to understanding the intricacies of leadership and human behavior. His latest book,\u00a0“Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others,”\u00a0offers a compelling…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jan-Emmanuel De Neve: Transform Your Employees’ Performance by Prioritizing Their Well-Being<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Ever wondered what truly drives peak performance at work? As research is now proving, the surprising secret lies in employee well-being. In this captivating episode, we\u2019re joined by Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, professor of Economics and Behavioral Science at Oxford’s Sa\u00efd Business School, the…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Kathleen Hogan & Rhonda Morris: Two Of The World’s HR Giants Together<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    For our inaugural episode of our new season, we are thrilled to feature two truly extraordinary guests. It also marks a milestone for us as it’s the very first time we’ve recorded an episode where both the host and guests were together in the same room \u2014 in this case, at a recording…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Ethan Kross: How To Manage Your Emotions So They Don\u2019t Manage You<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    We\u2019re thrilled to have Ethan Kross accept our invitation to join us for a second time, & to discuss his highly anticipated new book, Shift: Managing Your Emotions-So They Don’t Manage You. (Publishes February 2025). If you\u2019re a regular listener to our show, you\u2019ll recall Ethan’s…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Michael Morriss: How To Harness Our Tribal Instincts To Cultivate Team Belonging<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  The Financial Times\u00a0just named Columbia University professor Michael Morriss’ new book, Tribal: How The Cultural Instincts That Divide Us Can Help Bring Us Together, one of the “Best Business Books of the Year” (2024). When we hear the word \u201ctribalism,\u201d it often carries a negative…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Henry Oliver: The Essential Guide to Late Blooming Success<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download      We live in a world where early achievements are celebrated, but what if some of your greatest successes were to come later in life? On this truly provocative episode, we sit down with the brilliant Henry Oliver, author of “Second Act: What Late Bloomers Can Tell You About…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mitch Warner: Leadership & Self-Deception<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Mitch Warner is the Managing Partner of the Arbinger Institute, an organization renowned for its groundbreaking work in leadership & organizational transformation. The Arbinger Institute has just released the fourth edition of its classic book,\u00a0\u201cLeadership and Self-Deception: The Secret to…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Brigid Schulte: Why Work Isn’t Working & How We Can Fix It<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download     In this episode, we delve into the pervasive issue of burnout & dissatisfaction in modern work cultures & explore how rethinking workplace operations can enhance employee well-being. Our guest, Brigid Schulte, author of the bestseller \u201cOver Work: Transforming the Daily Grind in the…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Laszlo Bock On The Future Of Work, HR & Leadership<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    We have the distinct honor of hosting a true visionary in human resources and organizational culture, Laszlo Bock. His name is synonymous with innovation, empathy, and transformative leadership. His journey is a testament to leading with both the mind and the heart, a philosophy that has…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Kim & Erin Clark: Leading With Mind, Heart & Soul<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download     The idea of balancing the rational aspects of leadership with the intelligence of the heart and the wisdom of the soul is suddenly emerging as a legitimate best practice in organizations. At last, were moving away from traditional thinking — & knee-jerk assumptions — that caring…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

David Yeager: A Breakthrough New Model For Leading Gen-Z<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  One of the most common questions on the minds of workplace managers today is, \u201cHow can I most successfully manage the new generation of people entering the workforce?\u201d This is a crucial question, as not only are the dynamics of the workplace rapidly changing \u2013 the generation of workers aged 18 to 25…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

David Robson: The Scientific Secrets To Rebuilding A Strong Social Network<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  In the post-COVID era we now live in, warnings about our lack of social connection \u2013 largely the result of habits we developed during the pandemic, and the new normal of working remotely \u2013 have become far more frequent. But what\u2019s the real harm in having fewer in-person interactions with other people \u2013…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jeff Wetzler: Unleashing the Power of Asking<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Research shows that people consistently overestimate their ability to make accurate inferences about what other people are thinking & feeling in any given moment. In actuality, our success in “reading” other people proves to be no better than a coin flip! But because we’re…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Matt Beane: How AI Is Already Changing Our Workplaces<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Matt Beane is a researcher & professor in the Technology Management Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara \u2013 & the author of the new bestseller, \u201cThe Skill Code: How To Save Human Ability In An Age Of Intelligent Machines.\u201d In his book, Beane delves into the critical challenge…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

John Mackey: Capitalism With A Conscience<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    John Mackey is the visionary founder of Whole Foods Market which today\u00a0employs 90,000 people,\u00a0has 500 stores in America, the UK & Canada & generates $22 billion in annual sales. Mackey started the well-known natural foods grocery chain 44 years ago in Austin, Texas \u2013 & a few years…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Celeste Headlee: From Overwork To Well-Being: A New Path<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    According to the most recent statistics,\u00a042 percent of the global workforce feels burned out at work today \u2013 a higher percentage than before or during the COVID pandemic. The World Health Organization defines burnout as work related stress that produces feelings of exhaustion, negativity &…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Marshall Goldsmith: At 75, Sharing Wisdom On Coaching, Leadership & Living A Meaningful Life<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   Marshall Goldsmith is one of the top executive coaches in the world. He was a pioneer in the use of\u00a0360-degree feedback which involves gathering input from peers, subordinates, and supervisors to assess a manager\u2019s impact and effectiveness. His approach to coaching emphasizes self-awareness,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Michael Norton: How Rituals Can Transform Your Team\u2019s Connection, Happiness & Performance<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  In our every day experience at work, we attend innumerable events \u2013 team meetings, orientations, employee recognition events, etc.) \u2013 that all have the potential to become really tedious & uninspiring simply because they feel routine & therefore joyless. But there\u2019s an extremely powerful way of…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Saul Perlmutter: How To Make Smarter Judgments & Wiser Decisions<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  There\u2019s a lot that\u2019s remarkable about the new book, Third Millennium Thinking: Creating Sense in a World\u00a0of Nonsense, starting with the fact that one of its three co-authors is a Nobel laureate who earned the Nobel prize in physics for discovering the accelerating expansion of the universe. One might…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mary C. Murphy: How A Culture Of Growth Can Transform Your Team<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download    Nearly two decades ago, Stanford University psychologist, Carol Dweck, introduced the groundbreaking idea that human flourishing can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents & abilities. In her classic book, \u201cMindset: The New Psychology Of Success,\u201d\u00a0she taught us that…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Alison Taylor: How Leadership Can Find \u201cHigher Ground\u201d<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   As a professor in NYU\u2019s prestigious Stern School of Business, Alison Taylor spends a lot of time with the next generation of business leaders. In her new best seller, \u201cHigher Ground: How Business Can Do the Right Thing in a Turbulent World,\u201d she tells us that her MBA students are not hoping to have…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Sharon Brous: The Importance Of Fostering Connection In Our Workplaces<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Human beings are social creatures. We\u2019re hard-wired to connect deeply & intimately with others. We want to feel valued, supported, & needed.\u00a0And this makes connection a fundamental aspect of our existence. But in our busy, technology-driven lives today, we have fewer friends than people did in…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Andrew McAfee: Being \u201cGeeky\u201d Happens To Be Good Leadership Form<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  In his new bestseller, \u201cThe Geek Way,\u201d Andrew McAfee makes the fascinating case that the most important technological revolution of our time isn\u2019t what companies make, it’s in how they\u2019re being managed. And by his definition, being geeky isn\u2019t a pejorative but rather a clear description of…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Eric Potterat: The Mental Disciplines For Leading & Winning<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   When we think about the highest performing people in all disciplines of life, they all commonly share the ability to think clearly, stay focused & shrug off setbacks all while under very high levels of stress. In their most critical moments, in other words, they know how to maintain intellectual…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Bob Sutton: Greasing The Skids For Organizational Success<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   Every organization is plagued by what Stanford University Business School professor, Bob Sutton, calls \u201cdestructive friction:\u201d forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get things done. In Sutton\u2019s language, \u201cthe convoluted, time-consuming & soul-crushing gyrations…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Daniel Goleman: How To Optimize Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   The expression, \u201cemotional intelligence\u201d is seamlessly embedded into our common vernacular \u2013 but it was Daniel Goleman\u2019s groundbreaking book a quarter century ago that first coined the idea & brought it to a mass audience. In his #1 bestseller\u00a0\u201cEmotional Intelligence:\u00a0Why It Can Matter More Than…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Herminia Ibarra: Act Before You Think!<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Workplace managers are often told to define their leadership purpose & authentic self, & that this personal introspection & self-reflection will guide their leadership journey. But research on how adults actually learn shows that the logical sequence \u2013 \u201cthink, then act\u201d \u2013 is reversed in a…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Michael Gervais: Overcoming The Fear Of Other People’s Opinions<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   Michael Gervais is a high-performance psychologist who has helped some of the world\u2019s most successful athletes overcome mental & emotional obstacles on their way to excelling in their sports. He was on the sidelines when the Seattle Seahawks won a Super Bowl, when beach volleyball players Kerri…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Marcus Collins: Culture Is What Inspires People To Act<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   Professor of Marketing at the University of Michigan\u2019s Ross School of Business, Dr. Marcus Collins, believes culture is the most powerful vehicle for influencing human behavior. In his words, \u201cif you want to get people to move, there\u2019s no vehicle more powerful or influential than culture. Full stop….<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Suneel Gupta: Discovering The Great Work Of Your Life<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Many of the world\u2019s wisdom traditions teach that we humans all have a core purpose \u2013 a gift uniquely assigned to us by the universe. Eastern religions call this \u201cdharma,\u201d and we also know it as \u201can inner calling.\u201d What\u2019s intriguing about this idea is that we know so many people are unhappy in their jobs….<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Ron Shaich: Know What Matters<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download   As an entrepreneur and CEO, Ron Shaich has had one truly remarkable career. He\u2019s the founder and former chairman and CEO of Panera Bread, a groundbreaking restaurant brand that today has more than 2,400 bakery caf\u00e9s, 120,000 employees \u2013 and nearly $6 billion in annual sales. Under Shaich\u2019s leadership,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Frances Frei & Anne Morriss: Leading Change Without Collateral Damage<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download  Frances Frei (left) is a tenured professor at the Harvard Business School, and\u00a0two years ago, was an extraordinary guest on this podcast when we discussed her brilliant understanding on how to build, retain and restore trust. Listeners should note that she also gave a remarkable TED Talk on trust that…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Julia DiGangi: Harnessing Emotional Energy For Personal & Leadership Success<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadOur drive to create change, have impact & solve problems all comes from emotional energy. Who we become \u2013 how dynamic & powerful we are as people & leaders \u2013 depends upon our learning to work with this energy. Leaders may feel as if they don\u2019t control this energy, that it\u2019s just a product of the…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Amy Edmondson: How To Fail Well<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download What comes to mind when you think about failure \u2013 specifically, a failure of your own? Intellectually, we may all agree that failures are great teachers, but deep down the idea of failing at anything in life tends to produce some distressing emotions & feelings. The truth is, most of us (try as we will)…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mauro Guillen: Redefining Traditional Notions of Aging In Our Workplaces<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download In what might seem to be the\u00a0least\u00a0likely workplace imaginable to implement this, automaker BMW now has\u00a0five generations of people working under one roof in their factories collaborating & contributing their unique skills and perspectives. If, by chance, you\u2019re wondering how older workers could possibly…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Ed Catmull: On Creativity, Heart, Steve Jobs And Leading Pixar<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadVery few people know their life\u2019s purpose at an early age, but as a young college student, Ed Catmull started dreaming of making the world\u2019s first computer animated movie. He went on to nurture that dream by earning a Ph.D. in Computer Science before forging a partnership with George Lucas (of Star Wars fame)…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Dr. Robert Waldinger: How To Have A Happy And Fulfilling Life<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download What makes for a happy life? A\u00a0good\u00a0life? In 1938, Harvard University researchers launched what\u2019s now become the longest in-depth longitudinal study of human life ever done. The Harvard Study of Adult Development has followed the lives of two generations of individuals, from the same families, for nearly 85…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jim Harter: Gallup\u2019s Guidance On Leading In The Post-Pandemic Workplace<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSeemingly overnight, the COVID pandemic caused a massive societal transformation \u2014 a structural change in how and where people work and live. And while we may be hearing that CEOs is general still have dreams of having all of their employees back in the office five days a week as they once did, the truth is…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Heather McGowan: How To Empower & Inspire Human Potential<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadOne of the through lines of this podcast is the idea that the COVID pandemic profoundly and permanently changed how people think about work \u2013 not to mention the value exchange we now expect from it. Consequently, in a post-pandemic world, our common and traditional ways of motivating human performance in our…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Rohit Bhargava: The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work & Thrive In The Next Decade<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadAs life today seems to be becoming more complex & unpredictable by the minute, it sure would be nice if we had a crystal ball to see into the future. And, while seeing into the future with any degree of certainty is, of course, a fantasy,\u00a0there are trends occurring in the world that some informed…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Gabriella Rosen Kellerman: How To Future-Proof The Uncertain World Of Work<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThe post-pandemic world we\u2019re all living in sure seems to be more volatile, more toxic, more stressful and more subject to radical change due automation, downsizing, and globalization than ever. And that just means it\u2019s become much harder for any of us human beings to truly flourish in our lives. As if the…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Uri Gneezy: Avoiding Mixed Signals: How To Align Incentives With Your Values<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhen hybrid cars first became mass produced over a decade ago, Honda and Toyota had two different strategies. Honda chose to produce a hybrid version of its wildly popular \u201cCivic,\u201d believing brand familiarity would help customers feel more comfortable with its brand-new technology. Toyota not only decided to…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Jean Gomes: How To Develop The Mindsets You Need To Flourish In An Uncertain World<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download When you think about our world today, “turbulent” might be the first word you use to describe it. After a three-year long COVID pandemic fatigued us all, we’re now bewildered by a surprising number of employee layoffs occurring in all industries, & equally uncertain about how disruptive…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Bob Chapman: A CEO The Business World Must Emulate<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download When Bob Chapman was thirty years old, his father died of a sudden heart attack \u2013 instantly making Bob CEO of a small, unprofitable manufacturing company his dad had only recently purchased. For the next two decades, leveraging an MBA from the University of Michigan, and a few years\u2019 experience as a senior…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Cassie Holmes: How To Live More Happy Hours<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadOur most precious resource isn\u2019t money. It\u2019s time. We\u2019re all given the same twenty-four hours a day \u2013 &, for most of us, that never feels enough. We flatter ourselves for being \u201cso busy\u201d in our jobs, yet end our days feeling depleted & without enough time to get to the gym, read the books we want to \u2013…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Mauro Porcini: If Your Organization Wants To Innovate, Love Your People<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadAccording to PepsiCo\u2019s award-winning, and first, Chief Design Officer, Mauro Porcini, \u201cour world is radically changing, and is forcing us to innovate as never before. And, we are entering a new, modern renaissance fueled by the reborn, humanistic necessity of putting people at the center of everything.\u201d And…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Kieran Setiya: How To Live Well When Life Is Hardest<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadYou might not think a book on philosophy could be a bestseller these days, but the title of MIT professor, Kieran Setiya\u2019s new book, \u201cLife Is Hard\u201d clearly has wide appeal.\u00a0 We\u2019ve just come out of a two-year global pandemic, have experienced record inflation due in part to a seemingly endless war in Ukraine \u2013…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Bill George: Harvard\u2019s Senior Fellow Urges Managers To Lead From The Heart<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFor our 100th episode \u2013 and our final episode of the 2022 season \u2013 we bring you a guest who is the true embodiment of the Lead From The Heart philosophy. Bill George is formerly the CEO of Medtronic \u2013 a Fortune 200 medical device company which has 90,000 employees across 120 countries. And, for the past…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Geoffrey Cohen: The Science Of Creating Connection And Bridging Divides<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download “If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.” ~ Mother Teresa. Social belonging is a fundamental human need, hardwired into our DNA. And yet, 40% of people say that they feel isolated at work, and the result has been lower organizational commitment and…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Alex Budak: How To Lead The Change You Want To See In The World?<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Are you someone who would love to make a positive change in the world? Could you be an influential change maker? University of California, Berkeley Haas Business School professor, Alex Budak believes all of us have the potential. And he created a wildly popular class called \u201cBecoming a Changemaker,\u201d which…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Wendy Smith & Marianne Lewis: The Profound Limitations Of \u201cEither-Or\u201d Thinking<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadLeadership is full of paradoxes: Should we build close relationships with our employees or keep a suitable distance? Should we trust our staff, or keep an eye on what\u2019s happening? Are we best to display self-confidence \u2013 or is humility a greater power? For many of us, these competing & interwoven demands…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Carolyn Dewar: Six Mindsets That Distinguish The Best Leaders<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadBeing a CEO at any of the world\u2019s largest companies is among the most challenging roles in business. Billions, and even trillions, are at stake \u2013 and the fates of tens of thousands of employees often hang in the balance. Yet, even when \u201ccan\u2019t miss\u201d high-achievers win the top job, very few prove to excel….<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Tiffani Bova: Salesforce\u2019s Growth Guru Explains Why Employees Must Come First<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadTiffani Bova is the global growth evangelist at Salesforce and the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book \u201cGROWTH IQ: Get Smarter About the Choices that Will Make or Break Your Business.\u201d She\u2019s been named to the latest Thinkers50\u2019s list of the world\u2019s top management thinkers.\u00a0 Along with Columbia…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Nathan And Susannah Furr: A Guide to Finding Possibility in the Unknown<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadUncertainty in life is, ironically, certain. Amid a pandemic, the past two years have been no exception. None of us needs to think very hard to recall the unprecedented and sudden need we had to move employees en masse to their homes to work, the lingering fears we all had around an unknown virus, and the…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Alan Murray: Is The Shift To Stakeholder Capitalism For Real?<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadAlan Murray\u00a0is the CEO of\u00a0Fortune (Magazine) Media. He\u2019s the former president of the Pew Research Center & the Deputy Managing Editor \u2013 & Washington Bureau Chief \u2013 of the Wall Street Journal. And, for decades, he\u2019s had tremendous access to the world\u2019s top CEOs. In his new book, \u201cTomorrow\u2019s Capitalist:…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Bo Seo: Timeless Secrets Of Effective Communication And Persuasion<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhen Bo Seo was 8 years old, he and his family migrated from Korea to Australia. At the time, he didn\u2019t speak English and struggled at school. But, in the fifth grade, something happened to change his life: he discovered competitive debate. It turns out the seemingly shy and introverted kid had a knack for…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

David Gergen: How Great Leaders Are Made<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHe\u2019s a New York Times bestselling author, a former White House advisor to four American Presidents \u2013 both Republican and Democrat \u2013 a long time senior political commentator on CNN television, and the founder of the John F. Kennedy Center for Public Leadership at Harvard University, where\u2019s he been Director or…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Leonard Mlodinow: People Aren’t As Rational As We Think<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWe\u2019ve all been told that thinking rationally is the key to success. But at the cutting edge of science, researchers are discovering that\u00a0feeling\u00a0is every bit as important as thinking. All of us make hundreds of decisions every day \u2014 including what to eat for breakfast & how we should invest our money \u2014…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Oliver Burkeman:Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management For Mortals<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadMost books about time management are written as guides to creating the perfect schedule or productivity method for cranking through as many items on our to-do list as we possibly can. Even when those methods work, they somehow still leave us feeling stressed & overwhelmed, paddling frantically against a…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Roger Martin: It\u2019s Time For Leaders To Embrace A New Way Of Thinking<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadNamed by Forbes Magazine as one of “10 Must-Read Career & Leadership Books For 2022,” Roger Martin\u2019s A New Way To Think: Your Guide To Superior Management informs us that our collective leadership thinking must stop centering around the organization & begin centering around human value….<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Becca Levy: It\u2019s Our View Of Aging That’s What’s Really Old<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThe country where people live the longest is Japan where they\u2019ve long had a rich tradition of respecting and honoring older people. In America, & throughout the West, we have especially negative views on aging, & almost treat getting older as being shameful. In her new book, \u201cBreaking The Age Code:…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Marshall Goldsmith: A Coaching Legend\u2019s Wisdom For Living A Fulfilling Life<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadDr. Marshall Goldsmith is routinely ranked as one of the top executive coaches in the world \u2013 & the Thinkers50 organization named him the #1 leadership thinker in the world \u2013 twice. A former Professor of Management Practice at the Dartmouth Tuck School of Business, he\u2019s the author or editor of 41 books,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Ranjay Gulati: Why Purpose Is The Heart And Soul Of High Performance Teams<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFew business topics arouse more skepticism than the notion of corporate purpose \u2013 & for good reason. Too many companies have deployed purpose as a promotional vehicle to make themselves feel virtuous & look good to the outside world. The insincerity behind efforts like these are, of course, easily…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article>

Marcus Buckingham: Why Love And Work Are Inextricable<\/a><\/h2>

by Mark C. Crowley<\/a><\/span><\/p>

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFor over twenty-five years,\u00a0Marcus Buckingham\u00a0has been one of the world’s leading researchers on human performance, especially in our workplaces. He is the\u00a0New York Times\u00a0bestselling author or co-author of ten books, including\u00a0the business classic, \u201cFirst, Break All the Rules\u201d in addition to, \u201cNow,…<\/p>\n<\/div>Read More<\/a><\/div><\/article><\/div>

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