In this special episode of Humanity at Scale, Bruce Temkin brings together the voices of 14 past guests, each answering the same powerful question: If you could wave a magic wand, what would you change to make organizations more humanity-centric? 

From rethinking leadership structures to elevating empathy, their answers reveal four core values that can redefine how we lead. It’s a fast-moving, thought-provoking journey through bold ideas, personal insights, and a shared vision for more human organizations.

Tune in as Bruce and his guests explore:

• Faisal Hoque on why the greatest leadership skill might be learning to pause.
  
  
  
• Kurt Gray on the power of inserting a moment of reflection before reacting.
  
  
  
• Lisa Kay Solomon on empathy as the foundation for designing better futures.
  
  
  
• Katherine Elkins on helping people find meaning and value in their work.
  
  
  
• Liz Wiseman on tearing up job descriptions to unlock hidden talent.
  
  
  
• Conny Kalcher on breaking silos and creating agile, squad-like teams.
  
  
  
• Kamales Lardi on why leadership must be measured by values, not just profit.
  
  
  
• Renee Cacchillo on why putting people first will always pay off.
  
  
  
• Joey Coleman on why companies should invest in employees as seriously as they invest in tech.
  
  
  
• Vivienne Ming on how purpose fuels productivity and innovation.
  
  
  
• Tania Israel on cultivating curiosity to bridge divides at work.
  
  
  
• Brian Moreland on why we need more women in top leadership roles.
  
  
  
• Erica Keswin on the overlooked role of middle managers in shaping culture.
  
  
  
• Fred Reichheld on the deceptively simple, transformative act of leading with love.
  
  
  
  

About the Guests:

• Faisal Hoque is a technologist, leadership thinker, and best-selling author known for his work on mindful leadership and innovation.
  
  
  
• Kurt Gray is a psychologist and empathy researcher, exploring how reflection and understanding can transform workplace relationships.
  
  
  
• Lisa Kay Solomon is a futurist and educator who helps leaders design for possibility and human connection.
  
  
  
• Katherine Elkins is a literature professor and AI ethics expert focused on the intersection of meaning, culture, and technology.
  
  
  
• Liz Wiseman is the researcher and best-selling author of Multipliers, advising leaders on how to bring out the best in their teams.
  
  
  
• Conny Kalcher is a global brand executive advocating for flatter, more agile organizations.
  
  
  
• Kamales Lardi is a digital transformation expert and TED speaker on aligning leadership with human values.
  
  
  
• Renee Cacchillo is the CEO of Safelite Auto Glass, known for her commitment to people-first leadership.
  
  
  
• Joey Coleman is the author of Never Lose an Employee Again, a leading voice on customer and employee experience.
  
  
  
• Vivienne Ming is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and “mad scientist” focused on unleashing human potential through purpose.
  
  
  
• Tania Israel is an author and researcher dedicated to bridging political and cultural divides through curiosity.
  
  
  
• Brian Moreland is a Tony-nominated Broadway producer and advocate for more diverse voices in leadership.
  
  
  
• Erica Keswin is a workplace strategist and author helping organizations create rituals of belonging.
  
  
  
• Fred Reichheld is the creator of the Net Promoter System and a champion of loyalty-driven, love-centered leadership.
  
  
  

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Episode Resources:

• Faisal Hoque on LinkedIn
• Kurt Gray on LinkedIn
• Lisa Kay Solomon on LinkedIn
• Katherine Elkins on LinkedIn
• Liz Wiseman on LinkedIn
• Conny Kalcher on LinkedIn
• Kamales Lardi on LinkedIn
• Renee Cacchillo on LinkedIn
• Joey Coleman on LinkedIn
• Vivienne Ming on LinkedIn
• Tania Israel on LinkedIn
• Brian Moreland on LinkedIn
• Erica Keswin on LinkedIn
• Fred Reichheld on LinkedIn
• Bruce Temkin on LinkedIn