Great Leadership With Jacob Morgan

By Jacob Morgan

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The #1 podcast to make you a great leader. Learn from the world's top CEOs, best-selling authors, and thinkers. Each week you will get access to leadership insights and real-life strategies that you can apply in your career and organization. Jacob is a 5x best-selling author, speaker, & professionally trained futurist who has worked with and advised the world's top organizations. His mission and passion is to create great leaders, engaged employees, and future-ready organizations. If you're serious about your leadership development then this podcast is for you!

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"Focus On Who You Work With...

12.04.2023

What separates good leaders from great ones? Jim Barr is the CEO of Bowflex Inc. and in today’s podcast he shares the importance of choosing the right mentors and teams over brand names and salaries, offering a new perspective on ...

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12.04.2023 "Focus On Who You Work With Rather Than Money Or The Company" CEO of Bowflex #1 Provider of Home Fitness Equipment \| Jim Barr What separates good leaders from great ones? Jim Barr is the CEO of Bowflex Inc. and in today’s podcast he shares the importance of choosing the right mentors and teams over brand names and salaries, offering a new perspective on ...
12.01.2023 Sparks: Why Are Capable People Reluctant to Lead? - President of Equinox Fitness People are turning down leadership roles, how come and are you one of them? In today’s Leadership Spark, I chat with Scott DeRue, the former Dean of the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and ...
11.27.2023 IHOP & Applebee’s CEO: “Be The First One In, And The Last One Out,” There’s No Substitute For Hard Work \| John Peyton Do people still want to work hard? John Peyton is the CEO of Dine Brands, which is the parent company behind IHOP, Applebee’s, & Fuzzy’s Taco Shop which collectively has over 100,000 team members across a variety of generations. Each ...
11.24.2023 Sparks: The Archetypes of Leadership and Their Impact On Organizations \| Manfred Kets de Vries What kind of a leader are you? There are 8 types of leaders and each one makes decisions and impacts their organization in a different way. Understanding these archetypes helps us create more effective teams and make better decisions. Today’s ...
11.22.2023 Bonus Episode: Leadership + Exclusive - How To Implement the 4 Norms Of ‘Geek Companies’ To Maximize Growth, Move Quicker, & Build Better Teams \| Andrew McAfee This EXCLUSIVE episode is only available to Great Leadership+ Subscribers. Dr. Andy McAfee is the best-selling author of “The Geek Way" and research scientist at MIT. Today, he explains how to implement the “geek way” inside of your organization which ...
11.20.2023 MIT Scientist On The Radical Mindset that Drives Extraordinary Results \| Andrew McAfee Are you a geek? A curious person, one who's not afraid to tackle hard problems and embrace unconventional solutions? Geeks in business have created a new culture based around four norms: science, ownership, speed, and openness. Today I sit down ...
11.15.2023 Sparks: Master The Art Of Managing Your Workload & Setting Boundaries \| Greg McKeown Do you ever struggle with shutting down and setting professional boundaries? Greg McKeown is the New York Times Bestselling Author of Effortless and Essentialism. In today’s spark he challenges the culture of overwork and advocates for a balanced approach to ...
11.13.2023 Shark-Tank Judge On How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome & ‘Burn The Boats' \| Matt Higgins Do you struggle with imposter syndrome? Understand why you belong where you are, simply because YOU are there. Today we hear from Shark Tank Judge & CEO, Matt Higgins, who shares how to overcome the effects of imposter syndrome & ...
11.08.2023 Sparks: Ritz Carlton Founder On How To Create Purpose & Training Great Leaders True corporate responsibility has always been about more than words. According to Horst Schulze, Former CEO of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, leadership is all about connection, purpose, and clarity. In our latest discussion with Horst, we delved into his journey ...
11.06.2023 Forbes' Richest Self-Made Woman On Hard Work, Ownership, & Dealing with Failure \| Liz Elting Why is it so crucial for you to think like an OWNER if you want to see career success? It’s easy to point out problems but very few people are actually able to develop solutions and that’s what we need ...
11.01.2023 Sparks: How to Master the 4 Unspoken Rules of Work Skills get you in the door, but 'unspoken rules' help you climb the ladder. I had an awesome chat with Gorick Ng, Author of "The Unspoken Rules,” about this concept. In our conversation, Gorick shared his story from helping his ...
10.30.2023 3 KEY Questions Every Mentee Needs To Ask Their Mentor AND 3 KEY Questions Mentors Need To Ask Their Mentees Most mentor and mentee relationships fail! Not because of bad intentions but because the wrong questions are being asked. Amy Salcido is the president of Kyndryl US, one of the world's leading IT infrastructure service providers with over 90,000 employees. ...
10.28.2023 Topgolf CEO, Artie Starrs: How Leaders Stay True To Themselves & Share Their Experiences Without Oversharing In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Artie Starrs, the CEO of Topgolf, a global sports entertainment company with 22,000 employees, known for its innovative golf driving ranges. Topgolf made waves in 2022, achieving $4 billion in ...
10.25.2023 Sparks: How True Leaders Foster Growth in Themselves and Others Ever wonder how self-aware leaders lead an organization to success? This might just be what you’re missing in your leadership journey. In my chat with Cameron Herald, Founder of the COO Alliance, we delved into the paramount importance of self-awareness ...
10.23.2023 How the Founder of Panera Bread Outperformed Chipotle & Starbucks With Empathy & Intuition In today's episode, I chat with Panera Bread's founder, Ron Shaich, about his 36-year leadership journey. From starting as a small cookie store in Boston to becoming a top fast-casual chain with over 120,000 employees, Shaich delves into how he ...
10.21.2023 He's The CEO Of A 10,000 Person Company. Listening Has Always Been A Huge Challenge For Him. Here's How He Faces It... In today's episode, I spoke with Jerry Norcia, Chairman and CEO of DTE Energy, a company with over 10,000 employees. We had an in-depth discussion of times he felt vulnerable, how he approaches vulnerability with his team, and the impact ...
10.18.2023 Sparks: The SECRET Behind Amazon’s Hiring & Innovation Process In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Colin Bryar, Co-founder of Working Backwards. We talked about the impact of focused leadership and team management, particularly in the realm of product development and problem-solving within a company. Colin highlights Amazon's "single-threaded ...
10.16.2023 5 Questions You MUST Ask To Create Amazing Professional & Personal Relationships In today's episode, Michael Bungay Stanier, best-selling author of the Coaching Habit, reveals the 5 must-ask questions for having successful keystone conversations and building great relationships. This will allow you to unlock hidden potential in yourself and those around you. ...
10.14.2023 How To Be Vulnerable While Still Being Accountable: CEO of 100,000 Person Company, George Oliver True leadership is not about showing strength, but embracing vulnerability. George Oliver, Chairman and CEO of Johnson Controls, believes that being a good leader is all about being genuine and open. It's important to treat everyone fairly and share personal ...
10.11.2023 Sparks: How to Lead a Giant Company and Still Be Nice In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Kevin Murphy, CEO of Ferguson Enterprises. Kevin emphasizes a leadership style rooted in empathy, collective effort, and a commitment to developing others within the organization. He values transparent communication, sharing company data with ...
10.09.2023 Leadership Is More Like Stepping Out On A Soccer Field, Than A Game Of Chess— Learn Why Mental Strength Matters & How To Develop It In today's episode, I sit down with the esteemed psychotherapist and writer, Amy Morin, to discuss the motivation behind her acclaimed book, "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do". As we explore these 13 points, Amy sheds light on a ...
10.07.2023 "I Need Help"- Why This CEO Urges His Employees To Ask For Help & Avoid Being The "Fool" Left Behind Trying To Solve Problems Alone Join us for an insightful episode featuring John Williams, the CEO and President of Domtar, a $3.8 billion pulp and paper giant with 6,500 employees. John shares his leadership journey and the transformative power of vulnerability at the workplace. Discover ...
10.04.2023 Sparks: CEO of Fortune Media On How To Get On The Cover, The CEO That Impressed Him The Most, & The Most Awkward Interview He Ever Had In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Alan Murray, CEO of Fortune Media. Alan and I delve into the evolution of business and leadership. According to him, nowadays, businesses value ideas and people more than just physical stuff, like buildings ...
10.03.2023 Why Vulnerability At Work Hurts You: An Inside Look Into My New Book ‘Leading With Vulnerability’ Today I take you behind the scenes to share some of the key concepts and ideas from my brand new book, “Leading With Vulnerability,” which is out today! Vulnerability at work can hurt you far more than it can help ...
10.02.2023 How To Become A Master Communicator & Conquer The Pressure Of High-Stakes Speaking In today's episode, I spoke with Matt Abrahams, a lecturer at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and author of the new book Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques. We discussed strategies and mindsets for improving spontaneous speaking and becoming a ...
09.28.2023 Sparks: The Secret To Earning Employee Loyalty In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Jacques van den Broek, the former CEO of Randstad, about fostering a work culture that encourages innovation and risk-taking. Jacques notes that employees often hold back due to unfounded fears. But he emphasizes ...
09.27.2023 Sparks: The Four Pillars of Leadership That Turn Failure into Fortune In today’s leadership spark, Jacques van den Broek, former CEO of Randstad, and I delve into the pillars of modern leadership: optimism, vulnerability, authenticity, and risk-taking. Jacques highlights the transformative power of optimistic thinking, especially during challenging times like the ...
09.26.2023 Sparks: Why 75% of People Are WRONG About Who Controls Their Career In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Jacques van den Broek, former CEO of Randstad, about the various facets of modern leadership and workforce trends. Jacques outlines his rise from trainee to CEO and shares his hands-on, data-focused leadership style. ...
09.25.2023 CEO Of MasterClass: How I Created A BILLION Dollar Company & Why Stuttering Made Me A Better Leader In today's episode, I speak with David Rogier, the mastermind behind MasterClass. Drawing inspiration from his grandmother's resilient journey as a Jewish refugee in NYC, David embarked on a mission: democratizing access to world-class experts. From securing heavyweights like Serena ...
09.21.2023 Sparks: The MOST Effective Ways For Leaders To Share Data, Best-Selling Author & Stanford Professor Chip Heath In today’s leadership spark, I spoke with bestselling author and Stanford Graduate School of Business professor, Chip Heath, about the power of numbers in instigating change. The conversation revolves around the importance of providing comparative context to data for clearer ...
09.20.2023 Sparks: The BIGGEST Mistakes Leaders Make When Communicating Data, Best-Selling Author & Stanford Professor Chip Heath In today’s leadership spark, I chat with bestselling author and Stanford Graduate School of Business professor, Chip Heath, about the challenges and nuances of communicating with numbers and data. Chip underscores the difficulty people often face with fractions and percentages, ...
09.19.2023 Sparks: How to Make Sense Of Data With Chip Heath, Best-Selling Author & Stanford Professor In today’s leadership spark, I speak with Chip Heath, Professor at Stanford University and New York Times Best Selling Author. Chip discusses his motivations behind his latest book, "Making Numbers Count: The Art and Science of Communicating Numbers." He emphasizes ...
09.18.2023 Leading Isn't Just Commanding: Why Every Leader Should Wear the Coach's Hat ― and 4 Skills Needed To Coach Effectively In today's episode, Nick Goldberg, Founder and CEO of EZRAx, shares unconventional leadership wisdom for uncertain times. We discuss the critical skill of resilience, regulating emotions, and practicing self-awareness. Goldberg provides insights on adapting to constant change, learning from failures, ...
09.16.2023 She Leads More Than 170,000 Employees In The United States: Leading With Vulnerability Has Become Her Superpower! In today's episode, I speak with Lara Abrash, Chair of the Board at Deloitte US. Lara, who's at the helm of this powerhouse, doesn't just focus on the nuts and bolts of the business; she's deeply involved in shaping its ...
09.14.2023 Sparks: The Crucial Role of Transparency and Broad Perspective in Leadership In today’s leadership spark, Glenn Fogel, President and CEO of Booking Holdings, and I delve into topics ranging from personal and professional mistakes to the importance of gaining global perspectives. Recounting past errors like sending confidential emails to the wrong ...
09.13.2023 Sparks: Why Discipline and Endurance are the Bedrocks of Leadership In today’s leadership spark, Glenn Fogel, President and CEO of Booking Holdings, reflects on the inevitability of facing challenges in life and the importance of maintaining discipline and hard work to overcome them. Drawing from personal experiences, including his early ...
09.12.2023 Sparks: How to Balance Risk Management and Compassion in Decision-making In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Glenn Fogel, President and CEO of Booking Holdings. He shares his journey from IT to leading a company that includes brands like Kayak and Priceline. Discussing the challenges posed by the pandemic, he ...
09.11.2023 Mastering Empathetic Leadership Lessons from David Gelles, Chronicler of GE's Toxic Legacy In today's episode, we speak with David Gelles, a business journalist and author of the new book "The Man Who Broke Capitalism." Gelles examines how former GE CEO Jack Welch fundamentally altered capitalism with his ruthless focus on short-term profits ...
09.09.2023 CEO Of Hyatt Hotels On How Being Vulnerable And Practicing Empathy Transformed Him & His Company Today's episode is with Mark Hoplamazian, the CEO of Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Today's conversation revolved around the impact of the pandemic on the hospitality industry, the strategies adopted by Hyatt to navigate through these challenging times, and the future of ...
09.07.2023 Sparks: How Super Bosses are Transforming Modern Leadership In today’s leadership spark, Professor Sydney Finkelstein of Tuck School at Dartmouth, delves deep into the intricacies of modern leadership. Sydney highlights the need for innovation in talent management, pointing out HR's slower evolution compared to other business functions. He ...
09.06.2023 Sparks: How Super Bosses Revolutionize Traditional Leadership In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Professor Sydney Finkelstein of Tuck School at Dartmouth. We discuss the "super bosses," leaders who deeply mentor their team and value direct communication. These leaders might be tough, but they genuinely care about ...
09.05.2023 Sparks: How Super Bosses Make a Difference in Leadership In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Professor Sydney Finkelstein of Tuck School at Dartmouth, and he delves into the characteristics and types of "super bosses" that he studied for his book. Sydney identifies 18 notable super bosses, and‌ not ...
09.04.2023 Leaning Into the Unknown: Mastering Dynamic Strategy for a Radically Changing World In today's episode, I spoke with Charles Conn, CEO of Monograph Capital and board chair of Patagonia, about his new book "The Imperfectionist: Strategic Mindsets for Uncertain Times." Conn discusses how the traditional approaches to long-term corporate strategy no longer ...
08.31.2023 Sparks: The Principles for Effective Leadership In today’s leadership spark, Navi Radjou, Best-Selling Author and Inspirational Keynote Speaker, talks about leadership principles from his book. We delve into the importance of acting authentically and the struggle leaders often face in balancing their work and personal personas. ...
08.30.2023 Sparks: How to Think and Act Flexibly as a Leader In today’s leadership spark, Navi Radjou, Best-Selling Author and Inspirational Keynote Speaker, delves into the concept of flexible leadership and its relevance in today's dynamic world. Navi discusses the principles of innovation and how they can be applied to leadership. ...
08.29.2023 Sparks: How Organizations Should Be Thinking About Innovation In today’s leadership spark, I chat with Navi Radjou, Best-Selling Author and Inspirational Keynote Speaker. We talk about the value of innovation, and being resourceful and creative in business. He points out that young folks are keen to work for ...
08.28.2023 World's Top Personal Development Expert On How To Master Your Emotions At Work And At Home Today’s episode is with Thibaut Meurisse. Known for his best-selling book "Master Your Emotions: A Practical Guide to Overcome Negativity and Better Manage Your Feelings," Meurisse has made a significant impact on many lives. With nearly 10,000 reviews on Amazon, ...
08.24.2023 Sparks: The Art of Goal Setting and Genuine Connection In today’s leadership spark, John Bacon, bestselling author of "Let Them Lead," discusses leadership principles and insights from John's book "Let Them Lead." Recounting his experience as a coach for the River Rats, John emphasizes the importance of finding the ...
08.23.2023 Sparks: How To Foster a Winning Culture In this leadership spark, John Bacon, bestselling author of "Let Them Lead," shares his coaching experience with the struggling high school hockey team called the River Rats. He talks about the team's challenges like low morale and commitment issues due ...
08.22.2023 Sparks: How Tough Love Led America's Worst High School Hockey Team to Victory In today’s leadership spark, I chat with John Bacon, bestselling author of "Let Them Lead". John shares his experience coaching America's worst high school hockey team, the River Rats and how he turned around the team's fortunes through a tough ...

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