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Are you ready to lead in the future of work? Most leaders aren't! Join 5x best-selling author & futurist Jacob Morgan as he interviews the world's top CEOs, best-selling authors, and leading thinkers to bring you the insights, strategies, and tools you need to become a future ready leader. Guests include CEOs from Best Buy, Netflix, Hyatt, and GE as well as leading thinkers like Seth Godin, Dan Pink, Yuval Harari, and Marshall Goldsmith. This is the world's #1 podcast to lead in the future of work! Watch the videos on Youtube: bit.ly/406fmFP IG: https://www.instagram.com/jacobmorgan8/ LI: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmorgan8 TW: https://twitter.com/jacobm W: https://thefutureorganization.com/

  1. Seth Godin on How to Strategize and Adapt to a Changing World

    1 DAY AGO

    Seth Godin on How to Strategize and Adapt to a Changing World

    Every business leader is faced with the challenge of adapting to change in today’s fast-moving world, but creating a solid, long-term strategy is often easier said than done. In today’s episode, Seth Godin, an influential entrepreneur, author of 22 books, and one of the world’s most popular bloggers, breaks down what most leaders get wrong about strategy—confusing it with tactics. He explains why strategy is a long-term philosophy, not a step-by-step plan, and how major change agents like AI, the fading influence of Boomers,  are reshaping the business landscape. Seth shares why these shifts are inevitable and how leaders need to respond if they want to stay relevant. We also tackle deep insights on how companies like Netflix successfully disrupted themselves to stay ahead and emphasizes the importance of foresight in navigating these changes.   ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    43 min
  2. Sparks: Butterflies and Mismatch Theory: The ROI of Leading With Vulnerability

    4 DAYS AGO

    Sparks: Butterflies and Mismatch Theory: The ROI of Leading With Vulnerability

    What’s the ROI of vulnerability at work? It’s big—personally and professionally. In today’s Leadership Spark, I explore why being a vulnerable leader pays off. We’ll break down the concept of Mismatch Theory—why the “tough boss” style of the past doesn’t cut it today and why leaders who don’t evolve may get left behind. Vulnerability—when done right—not only boosts your team’s trust and engagement but also directly contributes to business success. Yet, less than 11% of employees view vulnerability as a strength in their leaders, which leaves a lot of untapped potential.   ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    9 min

  3. 6 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Leadership+ EXCLUSIVE: “This Is My 6-Month Leadership Development Sprint” - CEO of iFood Diego Barreto

    As a leader, staying on top of everything can feel overwhelming—especially in a fast-changing world. But you don’t need to be an expert in everything. Diego Barreto, CEO of iFood, believes that mastering one key topic at a time is the secret to becoming a smarter, more effective leader. In this episode, Diego shares his personal approach to lifelong learning and leadership development and how this has helped him lead iFood through rapid growth. From mastering artificial intelligence to understanding crisis management, Diego uses this continuous learning method to make faster, smarter decisions. We also tackled the power of building teams that complement your strengths and the importance of collaboration. Diego emphasizes that leaders must stay humble and always be ready to learn from others. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to know it all, Diego’s approach will change how you lead. ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    18 min
  4. "I Don’t Negotiate on Culture!” CEO of iFood on How To Lead With Grit & Growth

    14 OCT

    "I Don’t Negotiate on Culture!” CEO of iFood on How To Lead With Grit & Growth

    During times of rapid growth and disruption, aligning teams and sustaining a strong culture can be daunting, but Diego Barreto, CEO of iFood, has successfully led his company to unicorn status by focusing on these essentials. In this episode, we dive into his leadership strategies, exploring why team mobilization is central to a CEO’s role and how effective communication fosters alignment. Diego reveals how iFood’s non-negotiable culture supports an entrepreneurial mindset, values radical candor, and encourages big thinking. He shares insights into how iFood adapted during the pandemic, balancing employee comfort with high performance by instilling grit. We also discuss how iFood’s six-month cultural sprints inspire innovation and resilience and examine the role of the “pendulum effect” in guiding flexible leadership strategies.   ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    43 min
  5. Sparks: Panic Attacks and Vulnerability: How I Learned That Vulnerable Leadership Can Be a Superpower

    11 OCT

    Sparks: Panic Attacks and Vulnerability: How I Learned That Vulnerable Leadership Can Be a Superpower

    How does vulnerability fit into leadership? Being vulnerable as a leader is tricky, but there’s a clear difference between being vulnerable and leading with vulnerability. In today’s Leadership Spark, I share how my own journey with panic attacks reshaped my understanding of vulnerability. Through interviews with executives, I found that while vulnerability in personal life is crucial, in the workplace it’s a different story. Many executives ask if they should project unwavering confidence, or share their struggles? The answer is both! The key is not just exposing your weaknesses but demonstrating how you’re closing the gaps—combining vulnerability with action, as shown by examples from leaders like Fleetwood Grobler and Hollis Harris. Vulnerability alone can be risky, but combine it with action, and you’ve got leadership gold. I also share stories from top executives that illustrate how leading with vulnerability makes all the difference in building trust and resilience.   ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    11 min

  6. 9 OCT • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Leadership+ EXCLUSIVE: How to Develop IQ, EQ, and Economic Decision-Making Skills

    Leaders often think decision-making and emotional intelligence come naturally, but are you really mastering them? In this episode, Professor David Deming at Harvard Kennedy School shares the practical skills every leader needs but often overlooks. He breaks down two critical areas you need to focus on mastering: economic decision-making and emotional intelligence (EQ). Learn how to better allocate resources, read the room more effectively, and make smarter decisions that drive success. David talks about how to develop functional EQ by learning to really understand others’ perspectives, and why this ability is often what separates great leaders from the rest. We also dive into the principle of comparative advantage, where making the right choices on task delegation can dramatically boost team performance. David shares how you can identify time management skills in your employees and why knowing how to properly allocate resources can make all the difference in your leadership journey. ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    18 min
  7. The Science of Leadership with Harvard Professor David Deming: Why the Best Leaders May NOT Be Who You Think

    7 OCT

    The Science of Leadership with Harvard Professor David Deming: Why the Best Leaders May NOT Be Who You Think

    Did you know that those most eager to lead might actually be the worst at it? Have you ever worked with a leader who’s always eager to step up, but when they get the role, things fall apart? We often think that leadership is about willingness and eagerness, but recent research shows the opposite—leaders chosen for their desire to lead often perform worse than those randomly selected. In this episode, we break down these surprising insights with Professor David Deming at Harvard Kennedy School. David shares why effective leadership is about having the right skills, not just wanting the role. We dive into key traits like overconfidence, emotional intelligence (EQ), and economic decision-making, and how they play critical roles in leadership success. You’ll learn why overconfidence can backfire and prevent leaders from truly understanding their team. Plus, we discuss how randomly selected managers often outperform eager volunteers and why organizations need to rethink how they develop and choose strong leaders—it’s not just about who raises their hand.   ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    44 min
  8. Sparks: How to Properly Balance Vulnerability and Leadership at Work

    4 OCT

    Sparks: How to Properly Balance Vulnerability and Leadership at Work

    Can you be strong by showing your weakness at work? Leadership isn’t just about being strong and visionary, nor is it simply about being vulnerable. It’s about balancing both. In today’s workplace, leaders are faced with a unique dilemma—should they lead with authority or with authenticity? You need to do both. In today’s Leadership Spark, I unpack the critical difference between being vulnerable and leading with vulnerability with insights from 140 CEOs I interviewed. We'll explore how the best leaders aren’t afraid to show their gaps, but they take action to close them. From stories like Hollis Harris at Continental Airlines to Fleetwood Grobler at Sasol, you’ll learn why sharing challenges without a plan can cost you the job, but leading with vulnerability can rebuild entire companies. ________________ Start your day with the world’s top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

    11 min
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Are you ready to lead in the future of work? Most leaders aren't! Join 5x best-selling author & futurist Jacob Morgan as he interviews the world's top CEOs, best-selling authors, and leading thinkers to bring you the insights, strategies, and tools you need to become a future ready leader. Guests include CEOs from Best Buy, Netflix, Hyatt, and GE as well as leading thinkers like Seth Godin, Dan Pink, Yuval Harari, and Marshall Goldsmith. This is the world's #1 podcast to lead in the future of work! Watch the videos on Youtube: bit.ly/406fmFP IG: https://www.instagram.com/jacobmorgan8/ LI: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmorgan8 TW: https://twitter.com/jacobm W: https://thefutureorganization.com/

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