Best Futuristic Workplaces Podcasts (2025)

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Lead Like It’s 2025: What Today’s Leaders Must Add to their Toolkit 51:06

9h ago51:06

51:06

The rules of leadership have changed, but most leaders didn't get the memo. We’re leading in a time of constant disruption, fractured teams, and AI eating away at every corner of the workplace. It’s no longer enough to rely on outdated mindsets, old leadership playbooks, and hoping for the best. In this episode, we explore what real future-ready le…

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Lead Like It’s 2025: What Today’s Leaders Must Add to their Toolkit 51:06

9h ago51:06

51:06

The rules of leadership have changed, but most leaders didn't get the memo. We’re leading in a time of constant disruption, fractured teams, and AI eating away at every corner of the workplace. It’s no longer enough to rely on outdated mindsets, old leadership playbooks, and hoping for the best. In this episode, we explore what real future-ready le…

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Sparks: Redefining Employee Experience and How to Develop a REAL Future Ready Workplace 23:31

3d ago23:31

23:31

We often think of employee experience as a checklist: better offices, better technology, better perks. But we’ve been missing the bigger picture all along. In today’s Leadership Spark, we dive deep into how employee experience has fundamentally evolved, and why it's now the most powerful lever leaders have to shape trust, loyalty, and performance a…

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Sparks: Redefining Employee Experience and How to Develop a REAL Future Ready Workplace 23:31

3d ago23:31

23:31

We often think of employee experience as a checklist: better offices, better technology, better perks. But we’ve been missing the bigger picture all along. In today’s Leadership Spark, we dive deep into how employee experience has fundamentally evolved, and why it's now the most powerful lever leaders have to shape trust, loyalty, and performance a…

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AI could make an economy seat feel like first class | Bernadette Berger 28:41

7d ago28:41

28:41

Devin talks with Bernadette Berger, Director of Innovation at Alaska Airlines, about the future of air travel. Bernadette is a self professed air plane nerd and has over a decade of experience designing the aircraft architecture of some of the world's largest commercial jets. The two discuss solving baggage anxiety, which tasks are still better sui…

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How Leaders Can Reignite the American Dream at Work with Entrepreneur Mark Matson 1:01:49

7d ago1:01:49

1:01:49

What if the biggest thing holding us back from living the American Dream isn’t our circumstances, but our mindset? In this episode, Mark Matson, Author of Experiencing the American Dream and CEO of Matson Money, breaks down what the American Dream really means today. Mark explains how your "screen" or the mental filters shape the way you see the wo…

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How Leaders Can Reignite the American Dream at Work with Entrepreneur Mark Matson 1:01:49

7d ago1:01:49

1:01:49

What if the biggest thing holding us back from living the American Dream isn’t our circumstances, but our mindset? In this episode, Mark Matson, Author of Experiencing the American Dream and CEO of Matson Money, breaks down what the American Dream really means today. Mark explains how your "screen" or the mental filters shape the way you see the wo…

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Sparks: The Brutal Truth About Employee Engagement No One Wants to Admit 9:49

10d ago9:49

9:49

We’ve thrown the entire pantry at employee engagement from hot yoga to free snacks to branded hoodies, and somehow, people are still checking out. In today’s Leadership Spark, we call out the broken cycle of gimmicky engagement strategies and look at what actually drives loyalty, performance, and retention in the modern workplace. Spoiler: it’s not…

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Sparks: The Brutal Truth About Employee Engagement No One Wants to Admit 9:49

10d ago9:49

9:49

We’ve thrown the entire pantry at employee engagement from hot yoga to free snacks to branded hoodies, and somehow, people are still checking out. In today’s Leadership Spark, we call out the broken cycle of gimmicky engagement strategies and look at what actually drives loyalty, performance, and retention in the modern workplace. Spoiler: it’s not…

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Building Smarter Organizations Through the Human-AI Partnership with McKinsey Senior Fellow Dr. Michael Chui 55:13

14d ago55:13

55:13

AI is becoming more powerful and autonomous. What we once thought was a future trend is now reshaping how organizations are operating today. But the biggest risk of AI isn't replacement. More likely, it's reliance. Are you prepared for what's coming? In today's episode, Dr. Michael Chui, Senior Fellow at McKinsey and QuantumBlack AI, reveals how AI…

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Building Smarter Organizations Through the Human-AI Partnership with McKinsey Senior Fellow Dr. Michael Chui 55:13

14d ago55:13

55:13

AI is becoming more powerful and autonomous. What we once thought was a future trend is now reshaping how organizations are operating today. But the biggest risk of AI isn't replacement. More likely, it's reliance. Are you prepared for what's coming? In today's episode, Dr. Michael Chui, Senior Fellow at McKinsey and QuantumBlack AI, reveals how AI…

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Sparks: It’s Okay to be Human: How Leaders Can Turn Vulnerability Into a Superpower 10:37

17d ago10:37

10:37

Most leaders think vulnerability is risky, but avoiding it is far riskier. Despite all the research and talk about authenticity, only 11% of companies view vulnerability as a leadership strength—and 84% of employees rarely, if ever, see it practiced. That’s a problem. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore what happens when leaders embrace vulnera…

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Sparks: It’s Okay to be Human: How Leaders Can Turn Vulnerability Into a Superpower 10:37

17d ago10:37

10:37

Most leaders think vulnerability is risky, but avoiding it is far riskier. Despite all the research and talk about authenticity, only 11% of companies view vulnerability as a leadership strength—and 84% of employees rarely, if ever, see it practiced. That’s a problem. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore what happens when leaders embrace vulnera…

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What is a "social" robot? | Carla Diana 29:11

22d ago29:11

29:11

Devin talks with Carla Diana about the social connection between humans and robots. Carla is the author of My Robot Gets Me and serves as Designer in Residence at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan. Carla explains why social robots don’t actually need to look human, what KITT taught us about chatty robots, and what it might mean if robots sur…

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World’s #1 CEO Coach on Becoming a Leader Everyone Wants to Follow with Mark Thompson 54:42

21d ago54:42

54:42

What does it really take to rise to the highest levels of leadership, and stay there? In this episode, I sit down with Mark Thompson, world’s #1 CEO coach and author of CEO Ready, to explore what to become a CEO-ready leader. We’ll look at the deeper work of top-most leadership: developing functional fluency, mastering seven leadership languages, a…

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World’s #1 CEO Coach on Becoming a Leader Everyone Wants to Follow with Mark Thompson 54:42

21d ago54:42

54:42

What does it really take to rise to the highest levels of leadership, and stay there? In this episode, I sit down with Mark Thompson, world’s #1 CEO coach and author of CEO Ready, to explore what to become a CEO-ready leader. We’ll look at the deeper work of top-most leadership: developing functional fluency, mastering seven leadership languages, a…

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Sparks: The Hidden Danger of Separating Leadership from Management (And how to truly bridge the gap) 11:17

24d ago11:17

11:17

We’ve made a huge leadership mistake and chances are, your organization is still making it. We’ve separated managers and leaders like they’re different species. One is focused on processes. The other on people. But that separation might be the very thing keeping your teams disengaged and your company stuck. In today’s Leadership Spark, I’m busting …

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Sparks: The Hidden Danger of Separating Leadership from Management (And how to truly bridge the gap) 11:17

24d ago11:17

11:17

We’ve made a huge leadership mistake and chances are, your organization is still making it. We’ve separated managers and leaders like they’re different species. One is focused on processes. The other on people. But that separation might be the very thing keeping your teams disengaged and your company stuck. In today’s Leadership Spark, I’m busting …

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CHROs Deserve Better: Introducing a Smarter Community for People Leaders 3:33

26d ago3:33

3:33

Are you a Chief Human Resource Officer trying to find a meaningful and affordable peer group that's NOT stuck in the past? I'm glad you found this episode because you're about to discover a CHRO community that's building the future of work as we speak. After speaking with over 100 CHROs for my book on employee experience, I kept hearing the same fr…

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CHROs Deserve Better: Introducing a Smarter Community for People Leaders 3:33

26d ago3:33

3:33

Are you a Chief Human Resource Officer trying to find a meaningful and affordable peer group that's NOT stuck in the past? I'm glad you found this episode because you're about to discover a CHRO community that's building the future of work as we speak. After speaking with over 100 CHROs for my book on employee experience, I kept hearing the same fr…

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Why Hybrid Work Is Here to Stay and What the Research Says with Dr. Nicholas Bloom 59:30

28d ago59:30

59:30

Everyone’s arguing about remote vs. in-office. But what if we’ve been asking the wrong question all along? Dr. Nicholas Bloom, Professor of Economics at Stanford and the world’s most cited expert on hybrid work, joins to set the record straight—and clear up the way his research is being misquoted everywhere. In this episode, he debunks the biggest …

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Why Hybrid Work Is Here to Stay and What the Research Says with Dr. Nicholas Bloom 59:30

28d ago59:30

59:30

Everyone’s arguing about remote vs. in-office. But what if we’ve been asking the wrong question all along? Dr. Nicholas Bloom, Professor of Economics at Stanford and the world’s most cited expert on hybrid work, joins to set the record straight—and clear up the way his research is being misquoted everywhere. In this episode, he debunks the biggest …

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Sparks: The Power of the Follow-Up: How Checking In After Conversations Can Turn Teams Into SUPER Teams 7:23

1M ago7:23

7:23

In leadership, what happens after the conversation often matters just as much as the conversation itself. Just like in sports, where athletes chase their missed shots to score on the rebound, leaders can recover from missteps by following up. Yet, many professionals leave these moments hanging, allowing misunderstandings to fester and opportunities…

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Sparks: The Power of the Follow-Up: How Checking In After Conversations Can Turn Teams Into SUPER Teams 7:23

1M ago7:23

7:23

In leadership, what happens after the conversation often matters just as much as the conversation itself. Just like in sports, where athletes chase their missed shots to score on the rebound, leaders can recover from missteps by following up. Yet, many professionals leave these moments hanging, allowing misunderstandings to fester and opportunities…

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Could Amtrak become the next AirBnB? | Anthony D. Paul 26:23

1M ago26:23

26:23

Devin talks with Anthony D. Paul, director of Strategic Foresight at Amtrak, about the future of rail travel. Anthony explains why he’s not in favor of replacing human crews with AI robots, what co-working spaces and trains have in common, and the lessons train operators can learn from Airbnb and Barbie. The two futurists cover everything from the …

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Stagwell Vice Chair David Sable on How Remote Work Might be Killing Your Future Success 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Remote work might be convenient, but it’s not the game-changer people think it is. If you want to grow, succeed, and actually build a career, you need to show up. That’s the message from David Sable, former CEO of Young & Rubicam and Vice Chairman at Stagwell, who believes employees should beg to be in the office—not fight against it. In this episo…

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Stagwell Vice Chair David Sable on How Remote Work Might be Killing Your Future Success 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Remote work might be convenient, but it’s not the game-changer people think it is. If you want to grow, succeed, and actually build a career, you need to show up. That’s the message from David Sable, former CEO of Young & Rubicam and Vice Chairman at Stagwell, who believes employees should beg to be in the office—not fight against it. In this episo…

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Sparks: Can Hybrid Work Work? Why In-Person Presence is Still Essential If You Want to Stay Ahead 8:13

1M ago8:13

8:13

Remote work offers convenience and flexibility, but can it truly foster the leadership development needed to excel? While virtual environments allow for increased productivity, they often fall short in cultivating the deeper skills that come from observing, interacting, and learning in person. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore why in-person p…

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Sparks: Can Hybrid Work Work? Why In-Person Presence is Still Essential If You Want to Stay Ahead 8:13

1M ago8:13

8:13

Remote work offers convenience and flexibility, but can it truly foster the leadership development needed to excel? While virtual environments allow for increased productivity, they often fall short in cultivating the deeper skills that come from observing, interacting, and learning in person. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore why in-person p…

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Tonight The Music Seems So Loud - Liam Payne and The Future of Music 16:55

1M ago16:55

16:55

**Hope & Possibilities Podcast: "Find Yourself In" – Episode Summary** **Host:** Nola Simon **Theme:** Music Industry, Fame, and the Future of Work --- ### **Key Discussion Points** 1. **Liam Payne & George Michael: Parallels in Fame and Tragedy** - Liam Payne’s unexpected death at 31 (October 2024) and its connection to George Michael’s legacy. - …

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The Untold Connection Between Fitness and Leadership Success with Alex Hutchinson 59:49

1M ago59:49

59:49

What do Zone 2 training, VO2 max, cold plunges, and cognitive mapping have to do with leadership? More than you think. In this episode, Alex Hutchinson—award-winning journalist, endurance expert, and best-selling author of The Explorer’s Gene—explains why the principles of elite athletic training are just as critical for leadership. You’ll learn ho…

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The Untold Connection Between Fitness and Leadership Success with Alex Hutchinson 59:49

1M ago59:49

59:49

What do Zone 2 training, VO2 max, cold plunges, and cognitive mapping have to do with leadership? More than you think. In this episode, Alex Hutchinson—award-winning journalist, endurance expert, and best-selling author of The Explorer’s Gene—explains why the principles of elite athletic training are just as critical for leadership. You’ll learn ho…

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Sparks: Blessing, Curse, or Both: How Vulnerability Can Be a Liability and How to Turn It Into an Asset 5:12

2M ago5:12

5:12

The thing is, vulnerability in leadership isn’t always the strength it’s cracked up to be. In fact, it can sometimes be your biggest liability. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore the surprising truth about how vulnerability can backfire, especially for CEOs and top executives. From the dangers of opening up to the wrong people, to the physiolo…

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Sparks: Blessing, Curse, or Both: How Vulnerability Can Be a Liability and How to Turn It Into an Asset 5:12

2M ago5:12

5:12

The thing is, vulnerability in leadership isn’t always the strength it’s cracked up to be. In fact, it can sometimes be your biggest liability. In today’s Leadership Spark, we explore the surprising truth about how vulnerability can backfire, especially for CEOs and top executives. From the dangers of opening up to the wrong people, to the physiolo…

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Why DFW airport is building a digital twin and betting big on autonomy | Paul Puopolo 23:25

2M ago23:25

23:25

Paul Puopolo, Executive VP of Innovation at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, joins Devin to talk about what the airports of the future will look like. Paul shares how he evaluates emerging technologies, what it will take to integrate flying cars into the airport experience, and why autonomous lawn mowers might be the future of keeping the g…

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Leading in the Age of AI, Hybrid Work, and Redefined Success 52:49

2M ago52:49

52:49

The way we work, lead, and define success is evolving faster than ever. AI is transforming industries, the office is being reimagined, and the old definition of success—chasing money and titles—is being challenged. So what does this mean for you as a leader? In this special episode of the Future Leader Podcast, we’re bringing together the most game…

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Leading in the Age of AI, Hybrid Work, and Redefined Success 52:49

2M ago52:49

52:49

The way we work, lead, and define success is evolving faster than ever. AI is transforming industries, the office is being reimagined, and the old definition of success—chasing money and titles—is being challenged. So what does this mean for you as a leader? In this special episode of the Future Leader Podcast, we’re bringing together the most game…

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Sparks: Think Beyond Borders: How to Cultivate a Global Citizen Mindset With Solvay CEO Ilham Kadri 6:15

2M ago6:15

6:15

Every great leader knows that the world is bigger than your comfort zone. They don’t just surround themselves with people who think like them. They seek out different perspectives, challenge their own assumptions, and learn to see through a global lens. That’s the Global Citizen Mindset, and in today’s world, it can be your competitive edge. In tod…

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Sparks: Think Beyond Borders: How to Cultivate a Global Citizen Mindset With Solvay CEO Ilham Kadri 6:15

2M ago6:15

6:15

Every great leader knows that the world is bigger than your comfort zone. They don’t just surround themselves with people who think like them. They seek out different perspectives, challenge their own assumptions, and learn to see through a global lens. That’s the Global Citizen Mindset, and in today’s world, it can be your competitive edge. In tod…

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The Story of My Life: Liam Payne and the Future of the Music Industry 9:39

2M ago9:39

9:39

Show Notes: Exploring the Music Industry and Fandom Introduction Personal Reflection: I'm still grappling with the news of Liam Payne's passing on October 16th, 2024. As a son, brother, father, and renowned singer, his impact on those who loved him is undeniable. I'm Nola Simon, host of the Hope and Possibilities podcast, and I'm already getting em…

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Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work 2025 9:32

2M ago9:32

9:32

#MadeInCanada Key Themes and Ideas As I reflect on my podcast, "Hope & Possibilities: A Love Letter to the Future of Work," I am excited to share the key themes and ideas that will guide our journey in 2025. This podcast, previously known as "The Janus Oasis" and then "Hybrid Remote Center of Excellence," is undergoing its third rebranding, driven …

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Bestselling Author Reveals How The World’s Best Investors Think & Why Leaders Need to Pay Attention! 59:35

2M ago59:35

59:35

Most people see investing as just stocks and numbers, but the world’s greatest investors approach it differently. Their biggest lessons go beyond money—they're about how to think, make smarter decisions, and live a richer life. William Green, bestselling author of Richer, Wiser, Happier, has interviewed over 50 legendary investors, including Charli…

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Bestselling Author Reveals How The World’s Best Investors Think & Why Leaders Need to Pay Attention! 59:35

2M ago59:35

59:35

Most people see investing as just stocks and numbers, but the world’s greatest investors approach it differently. Their biggest lessons go beyond money—they're about how to think, make smarter decisions, and live a richer life. William Green, bestselling author of Richer, Wiser, Happier, has interviewed over 50 legendary investors, including Charli…

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Sparks: Three Strategies That Help Your Career and Why Usual Career Advice Do Not 10:19

2M ago10:19

10:19

Most career advice is useless. "Follow your passion." "Wait for the right opportunity." "Success happens when you get lucky." These are some of the most common (and misleading) career clichés. And if you’ve been following them, you might be stuck waiting instead of building. In today’s Leadership Spark, I’m sharing three unconventional strategies t…

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Sparks: Three Strategies That Help Your Career and Why Usual Career Advice Do Not 10:19

2M ago10:19

10:19

Most career advice is useless. "Follow your passion." "Wait for the right opportunity." "Success happens when you get lucky." These are some of the most common (and misleading) career clichés. And if you’ve been following them, you might be stuck waiting instead of building. In today’s Leadership Spark, I’m sharing three unconventional strategies t…

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Betterworks CEO Doug Dennerline on Why Annual Performance Reviews Are Broken 51:08

2M ago51:08

51:08

Traditional performance reviews are broken—outdated, ineffective, and dreaded by employees and managers alike. Many companies scrapped them, only to bring them back in new forms. Why? What’s really driving employee disengagement? And how can AI help leaders make smarter, unbiased decisions about performance, promotions, and career growth? In today’…

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Betterworks CEO Doug Dennerline on Why Annual Performance Reviews Are Broken 51:08

2M ago51:08

51:08

Traditional performance reviews are broken—outdated, ineffective, and dreaded by employees and managers alike. Many companies scrapped them, only to bring them back in new forms. Why? What’s really driving employee disengagement? And how can AI help leaders make smarter, unbiased decisions about performance, promotions, and career growth? In today’…

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How data, design, and dopamine are reshaping sports betting | Jessica Speigel 27:15

2M ago27:15

27:15

Jessica Speigel, VP of Product Design at Fanatics, joins Devin to talk about gamifying the fan experience, the downside of chasing parity features, and designing to maximize joy. Plus, Jessica explains why a futuristic idea from the ‘80s, called the “Knowledge Navigator,” still sticks with her today. Jessica previously led the design of innovative …

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Sparks: Vulnerable Leadership: Revealing the Secret Formula to Any Leader’s Success 10:16

2M ago10:16

10:16

Vulnerability alone WON’T make you a great leader. Yes, vulnerability is key to trust and connection. Leaders are told to be open, admit mistakes, and be authentic. But vulnerability without leadership can backfire. Imagine a CEO addressing their company during a crisis. They acknowledge the struggles, admit uncertainty, and… stop there. No vision.…

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Sparks: Vulnerable Leadership: Revealing the Secret Formula to Any Leader’s Success 10:16

2M ago10:16

10:16

Vulnerability alone WON’T make you a great leader. Yes, vulnerability is key to trust and connection. Leaders are told to be open, admit mistakes, and be authentic. But vulnerability without leadership can backfire. Imagine a CEO addressing their company during a crisis. They acknowledge the struggles, admit uncertainty, and… stop there. No vision.…

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