George Kohlrieser is a renowned IMD Leadership professor and former hostage negotiator. In this episode he shares compelling stories from his career, illustrating how principles from hostage negotiation, such as emotional bonding, managing grief, and honest communication, can transform leadership. The conversation explores the psychology behind high-performance leadership, the importance of secure relationships, and the need for empathy in today’s rapidly changing world. You will gain practical insights on handling conflict, organizational change, and the emotional challenges leaders face.

Show notes:

• George Kohlrieser – IMD Business school
• Book “Care to Dare” by George Kohlrieser
• Book “Hostage at the table” by George Kohlrieser
• Book “On becoming a leader” by Warren Bennis
• Gallup research on Hope
• High-Performance Leadership program at IMD

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