Beautiful Business with Tim Leberecht
I sit down with Tim Leberecht, co-founder of the House of Beautiful Business, to explore how beauty and romanticism can radically transform the business world. Tim shares his unique insights on why the traditional human-centred approach is no longer enough and how expanding to a life-centred economy—one that honours all life forms and ecosystems—can lead to more sustainable and meaningful business practices. We dive deep into the role of romanticism in business, uncovering how emotional intimacy and the appreciation of beauty can redefine corporate cultures, making workplaces not just more productive, but also more humane and inspiring. Tim also offers thought-provoking perspectives on the future of AI, emphasising its potential to enrich our lives in ways that go beyond mere efficiency. Whether you’re a leader looking to foster a more beautiful and meaningful organisational culture or someone interested in the intersection of business, technology, and humanity, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll walk away with practical advice on how to create environments that value emotional diversity, foster deep connections, and contribute to a more beautiful, sustainable future. What You’ll Discover: The shift from a human-centred to a life-centred economy and why it’s crucial for the future. How romanticism and beauty can redefine business practices and corporate cultures. Insights into the role of AI in creating a richer, more imaginative world. Practical steps for leaders to foster beautiful business cultures. Tim’s vision for a meaningful future that embraces community, intimacy, and sustainability Tune in now to discover how you can make your business more beautiful. --- About Tim: Tim Leberecht is one of the most original and passionate voices on a more humane future of business. He is a German-American entrepreneur, curator, and author, and the co-founder and co-CEO of the House of Beautiful Business, the global network for the life-centered economy. Previously, Tim worked in Silicon Valley, as the chief marketing officer of NBBJ, a global design and architecture firm, and, from 2006 to 2013, as the chief marketing officer of product design and innovation consultancy Frog Design. He is a sought-after keynote speaker, and his two TED Talks have been viewed more than 3 million times to date. He is the author of the book The Business Romantic (Harper Business, 2015), which has been translated into ten languages to date, and The End of Winning (Droemer, 2020). Tim is a BMW Foundation Responsible Leader. Connect with Tim: https://houseofbeautifulbusiness.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tleberecht/ Connect with humanplus: LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humanplusfutures IG: @humanplusfutures Connect with Kat: LI: www.linkedin.com/in/katharinakugler E-mail: kat@universeenterprises.co --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/humanplus/support
