Future Ready Leadership With Jacob Morgan

In today's episode, I am joined by Michael Watkins, the author of The First 90 Days. We discuss leadership transitions, how to make them successful, and what happens if they don't go well.  Michael emphasizes the importance of understanding the challenges, planning the process of engaging with key stakeholders early on, and being thoughtful about how you arrive in the new organization. He also hig...

In this segment of our conversation, Michael Watkins and I dive into the crucial role of leadership development programs, and how astonishingly, many individuals don't receive adequate leadership training until well into their careers.  We touch upon the challenges faced by organizations and employees in today's rapidly changing business environment, as well as the responsibility of individuals to...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Michael Watkins, best-selling author of The First 90 Days and Professor at IMD Business School, as we delved into the crucial importance of the first 90 days in leadership transitions. Michael's research indicates that by adopting a rigorous approach, leaders can reduce the time it takes to reach the breakeven point by approximately 50%, benefit...

My interview today is with Kate Duchene, the CEO of RGP, a global consulting firm with over 4,500 team members. Kate originally started off her career as a litigator where part of her job was to know everything. As a leader, she had to shift from knowing everything to knowing who to go to when she needed help, this is something a lot of leaders struggle with today. In our conversation we look at w...

In the second part of my conversation with Hubert Joly, the former CEO of Best Buy and  author of "The Heart of Business, we delved into Hubert's transformation from a young executive into a visionary leader, the crucial role vulnerability plays in leadership, and the life-changing moment that shifted his perspective on both life and work. Hubert imparts valuable advice for future leaders, emphasi...

In this episode of the show, I talk to Hubert Joly, the man who turned around the fortunes of Best Buy. Learn how he defied conventional business wisdom by prioritizing people and customers, ultimately revitalizing the company. Hubert shares his four levers of a successful turnaround and explains why he considers cost reduction a last resort. You'll walk away inspired by Hubert's unique approach t...

In the concluding segment of my chat with Kate Johnson, former president of Microsoft US, she emphasizes the value of maintaining informal advisors from diverse teams and departments to offer sincere feedback.  Kate shares some memorable experiences, such as witnessing 1,000 individuals applauding a speaker discussing racism, which inspired her to foster more conversations about inclusion. She als...

In this episode, Kate Johnson, former president of Microsoft in the United States talks about her journey as a female leader in the corporate world. We delve into the significance of family support, striking the right balance between personal and professional roles, and embracing your true self. Kate shares her invaluable advice for female leaders to navigate the business landscape with patience a...

In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Ozan Varol, an accomplished author, and professor who was once a rocket scientist. Ozan's previous book "Think Like a Rocket Scientist" was highly acclaimed, and his latest book "Awaken Your Genius: Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity, and Become Extraordinary," explores the importance of carving out your own path and understanding your iden...

In today's episode, we are continuing our conversation that I had with David Novak, the former CEO of Yum Brands. In this part of my conversation with David, we delve into the significance of connecting with people and being open about one's personal experiences and struggles.  David shares that he openly discusses his family struggles and personal challenges at work. He emphasizes the importance...

In today's episode, we are revisiting a conversation that I had with David Novak, the former CEO of Yum Brands. David and I talked about a variety of topics related to leadership, culture, and the future of work. One key theme that emerged was the importance of recognition in creating a positive workplace culture. David shared how he implemented a recognition program at Yum! Brands that encouraged...

This episode is the last part of my interview with Erin Meyer, a professor at INSEAD and the author of the book "No Rules Rules" which is all about the innovative culture at Netflix.  One of the most interesting aspects of this culture is the emphasis on candor and feedback. Erin explained how the company values honest feedback and encourages employees to be candid with each other, even if it mean...

This is the second part of my interview with Erin Meyer, a professor at INSEAD and the author of the book "No Rules Rules" which is all about the innovative culture at Netflix.  Erin shares her insights into the three pillars that make up Netflix's culture: talent density, candor, and freedom. She explains how Netflix hires rockstars and pays them more to increase talent density, encourages candid...

In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Julie Godin, the Co-Chair of the Board and Executive Vice-President of Strategic Planning and Corporate Development at CGI - a renowned global IT and business consulting services firm with a workforce of over 90,000 team members. As a key leader in the company, Julie is responsible for ensuring the needs of CGI's three stakeholders - employees,...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Erin Meyer, a professor at INSEAD and the author of the book "No Rules Rules" which is all about the innovative culture at Netflix.  In our conversation, Erin and I talked about the three pillars that make up Netflix's culture: talent density, candor, and freedom. We discussed how the company hires rockstars and pays them more to increase talent...

In this episode of The Great Leadership with Jacob Morgan, we'll explore the three crucial components of the employee experience: physical space, technology, and corporate culture. Learn how to create a great experience for employees who aren't in the office, how to use technology to make your organization more human, and why leaders should embrace the corporate culture.  __________ Get ad-free li...

In this second part of the interview with Jay Papasan, the New York Times bestselling author of The One Thing, we   dive into a topic that's been on my mind lately - the importance of accountability and the danger of falling into a victim mentality.  Jay shares his insights on how to avoid victim thinking and take ownership of your life and career. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our...

In this episode, I chat with Jay Papasan, co-author of "The One Thing", about productivity, time management, and personal development. We discuss how to identify your "one thing" and its importance for individuals and organizations. Here are some highlights: What I found really interesting about our conversation was the idea that passion can be a little bit deceptive. Jay argued that passion is fl...

My guest today is Emily Fletcher the founder of Ziva Meditation and best-selling author of Stress Less, Accomplish More: Meditation for Extraordinary Performance which has around 1,300 reviews on Amazon. Emily used to be an actor on Broadway but the stress and intensity of the job caught up to her. She wasn't sleeping, her hair was turning gray, and she was getting sick all of the time and she was...

Imagine working in an organization where employee experience is prioritized. A workplace with a thriving culture, advanced technology, and an inspiring physical space designed for your comfort and productivity. Isn't that great? Organizations can create environments where people genuinely want to work by focusing on three key areas. Don't miss this insightful episode that dives into these essentia...

Today's guest is Sophia Amoruso, the founder of Nasty Gal and best-selling author of Girl Boss, who is known for her resilience in the face of adversity. From her challenging background and struggles, to the launch of Nasty Gal, Sophia's journey has been marked by setbacks and comebacks. In today's episode, we discuss how she emphasizes the importance of well-being, vulnerability, and team alignme...

Do you practice the powers of ten as a leader? A few years ago, I interviewed the CEO of IDEO, Tim Brown, and asked him about the characteristics and qualities leaders need to possess. He told me that one of the things he believes is most valuable for a leader is the idea of practicing the powers of 10. As a leader, you need to be able to both zoom in and zoom out. You need to be able to get invol...

Today's discussion is with Jeff Raider who's the co-founder and co-CEO Harry's and also the co-founder of Warby Parker. Harry's is a 1,000 person CPG company which offers everything from razors to face care, body care, and hair care for men and women. One of the things I found fascinating about Jeff is that he helped start not one, but two very successful companies over the past decade and I wante...

It's no secret that mental health is crucial right now. But it's also a difficult resource for a lot of people to access. Even after you call your healthcare provider, it can take weeks before an appointment is available. The same thing is true inside of our organizations. If an employee is struggling with something and goes to their leader, the first thing a leader often does is try to deflect an...

Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of Canva and the creator of the Remarkable People podcast. He is an executive fellow of the Haas School of Business (UC Berkeley), and adjunct professor of the University of New South Wales. He was the chief evangelist of Apple where he worked directly with Steve Jobs and a trustee of the Wikimedia Foundation and he's the author of 15 books including his most r...