In this profound and heart-opening episode of Beautiful Business, host Steven Morris welcomes two extraordinary thought leaders—Jerry Colonna, co-founder and CEO of Reboot, and Tony Martignetti, leadership advisor and author. Together, they explore the intersections of radical self-inquiry, spirituality, and leadership, weaving personal anecdotes and practical wisdom into a conversation that challenges conventional approaches to work and life.

The discussion ranges from the importance of remembering our ancestral roots to the role of empathy, compassion, and love in creating transformative and inclusive workplaces.

Key Themes:

• Radical self-inquiry as a leadership tool
• Reunion with ancestors and its impact on leadership
• The value of slowing down in a fast-paced work culture
• The integration of spiritual values in the workplace
• Leadership as a moral and empathetic endeavor

Highlights:

• Jerry Colonna shares insights from his book Reunion, emphasizing the power of re-membering and reconnecting with oneself and one’s past.
• Tony Martignetti discusses the courage of following intuition and the significance of "divergent minds, convergent hearts" in organizational success.
• Steven Morris explores the importance of embedding love and humanity into business culture and values.

Top Quotes: Jerry Colonna:

1. "We cannot know the experience of another person unless we're willing to stand in our own experience."
2. "The most powerful person in the room is often the one with the calmest nervous system."
3. "Why cut yourself off from what your body and intuition are telling you?"
4. "Morality in business stems from spiritual wisdom traditions."
5. "Compassion and empathy in the workplace are antidotes to systemic othering."

Tony Martignetti:

1. "We must slow down enough to ask: Who are we and why are we here?"
2. "Divergent minds with convergent hearts create the most transformative teams."
3. "True connection comes from understanding and respecting the stories of those around us."
4. "Love in the workplace is about admiration and respect for others."
5. "Follow what your heart is yearning for—it’s the path to meaningful transformation."

Steven Morris:

1. "You cannot hate someone whose story you know."
2. "There’s nothing more powerful than a united group of souls ignited in a common cause with love at the core."
3. "Spiritual values serve as a universal compass guiding our actions and decisions."
4. "Active imagination is the bridge between understanding and transformation."
5. "Slowing down to align our somatic and emotional states is where leadership begins."

Resources Mentioned:

• Jerry Colonna’s book: Reunion
• Tony Martignetti’s books: Campfire Lessons for Leaders and Climbing the Right Mountain
• Steven Morris’s blog: MatterCo.co

Connect with the Guests:

• Jerry Colonna: Reboot.io | LinkedIn: Jerry Colonna
• Tony Martignetti: Inspire Purpose Partners | LinkedIn: Tony Martignetti

Connect with Steven Morris:

• Website: MatterCo.co
• Blog: Insights Blog
• LinkedIn: Steven Morris

Steven Morris, CEO of Matter Consulting is an ever-curious life-seeker, brand and culture building expert, advisor, author, and speaker. 

With over 27 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has served as a trusted advisor to over 3,000 business leaders and evolved more than 250 brands and cultures, including Google, Habitat for Humanity, Samsung, and Disney. 

His best-selling book, "The Beautiful Business," and his widely read Insights blog are a testament to his consulting expertise in creating unignorable, magnetic, and sustainable companies.

His diverse interests, including meditation, fine art painting, surfing, and beekeeping, infuse his work with creativity, soul, and a deep understanding of the human experience.

You can find more podcasts and join 30,000+ other brilliant and soulful readers of his weekly INSIGHTS blog at MatterCo.