The Future Of Work With Jacob Morgan

How can the strategic principles of chess be applied in a professional environment? By developing similar critical thinking skills, leaders will be prepared to address challenges with nuanced and anticipatory responses, strategizing five steps ahead in true chess fashion. Today I am joined by Danny Rensch, Chief Chess Officer of Chess.com and international chess master, as we explore how the game'...

Feeling stuck in your quest for career advancement despite your ambition and hard work? It's a common challenge in today's fast-paced workplace. Simply putting in extra hours and taking on more tasks often doesn't lead to the desired recognition or progression. The key lies in adopting smart, strategic approaches. After having hundreds of conversations with CEOs, I've distilled powerful strategies...

Do you know how to handle toxic influences in your workplace? Conflict can oftentimes be resolved with compassion rather than defensiveness. Today I am joined by John Miles, best-selling author of "Passion Struck" and host of the Passion Struck Podcast. In this episode John will be sharing frameworks and strategies for cultivating purpose and potential in yourself and your teams through mindful sh...

Leadership isn't just about success; it's about impact. Jack Welch's financial-driven approach and Elon Musk's struggles with interpersonal relations showcase the pitfalls of traditional leadership. Tom Peters, best-selling author Thinkers50 inductee into the hall of fame, argues for a shift towards nurturing growth and fostering a positive work culture. In this leadership spark, Tom talks about t...

Failure is a powerful teacher, and nobody knows this better than Dr. Amy Edmondson, our guest in today's discussion. A Harvard Professor and the author behind influential works like "The Fearless Organization" and "Right Kind of Wrong" Dr. Edmondson discusses how to create a culture that not only tolerates failure but learns from it. She outlines the critical distinctions between basic, complex, a...

No matter the organization, friction is inevitable...but the key is knowing how to navigate and harness it for better leadership. In today's discussion I sit down with Bob Sutton, Stanford professor, organizational psychologist and best selling author of books including "The No A$$hole Rule" and "The Friction Project" as he dives into the world of 'friction-fixer' leadership. Drawing from his exte...

In a cancel culture world, how do you speak up and share what you're thinking? Leaders are often scared to share their opinions, worried about losing their job, status, or credibility. In today's leadership spark, Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world's largest hedge funds, addresses these challenges. He talks about the importance of being true to yourself and making hard...

In high-stakes environments like NASA, the margin for error is incredibly slim. Even minor mistakes can lead to substantial setbacks and costs, which is why Thomas Zurbuchen, NASA's Former Science Mission Directorate Associate Administrator, emphasizes the critical need for precision and careful management in space exploration. In today's leadership spark, I chat with Thomas to discuss how NASA ap...

Running a fully remote company while making sure you can deliver on short-term goals and long-term innovation is not an easy thing to do! In today's discussion I sit down with Workleap Co-founder and CEO Simon De Baene who shares hard-earned lessons in leadership from 18 years of building a successful company. He dives into frameworks for maintaining innovation as the company grows, and the import...

Have you ever felt like you don't deserve to be where you are or that you aren't good enough? Imposter syndrome is something that most people in the world will experience at some point in their lives and, believe it or not, many aspiring leaders often doubt their abilities and suitability for higher roles, especially when they come from backgrounds that don't typically align with those positions....

Are you lucky or are you good? The smallest and seemingly most random decisions you make in your life can have a profound impact on your career success. Does this mean that we shouldn't try to be the best at what we do? In today's discussion I speak with Dr. Brian Klaas, a professor at the University of College London and best-selling author of "Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matte...

Imagine if you could feel calm and in control even during your most stressful moments at work. What if small shifts in how you process emotions allowed you to make better decisions and strengthen important relationships? NYT Best selling author and Psychologist Rick Hanson reveals how understanding your feelings through vulnerability is the overlooked key to resilience. Discover the science behind...

Is AI going to take your job? Yes! But is that really a bad thing and what does it mean for the future of work? Sweetgreen is an American fast-casual food chain with more than 220 locations and 6,000 employees. They are actively implementing technology in their restaurants to make the food, but are they losing people as a result? Jonathan Neman is the Co-Founder & CEO of Sweetgreen and in today's...

Before Netflix, Facebook or Google even existed, a small group of entrepreneurs took a huge risk launching what would become the first major internet service.  In today's Leadership Spark, Steve Case, Co-Founder of AOL and CEO of Revolution LLC, shares his journey of what it took to get America Online off the ground before people even heard of the Internet. While most people would think investing...

Do you practice having gratitude everyday? Positivity can powerfully alter your ability to connect with your team and slingshot your leadership to new bounds of resilience and success. In this episode, we're joined by Jon Gordon 15x best-selling author, most popularly known for "The Power of Positive Leadership" with over 1,700 reviews on Amazon. Learn how to unite your organization in the face of...

There's a difference between getting feedback vs getting CANDID feedback, and that's what leaders need more of. Not only that, but leaders need to make sure that ALL employees are able to provide that feedback and to challenge their leaders. This creates a culture where every voice, from every background, is not just heard but valued. In today's leadership spark, I talk with Peyman Kargar, the Glo...

Is working in the office dead? With the rise of remote work it appears that home offices becoming the new corporate hubs. But what does the data actually say? Dr. Nicholas Bloom from Stanford University has been studying the work from home trend from over 20 years and he has hard data that shows what has been going on and why. In today's episode we are tackling the big questions around the rise of...

Are 360 reviews effective? If you're skeptical, then you won't want to miss this story from Frank Blake, the former CEO of The Home Depot. We'll explore leadership lessons he learned, his approach to feedback, and his unconventional rise to CEO. Blake shared compelling tales, such as how he unexpectedly took the reins of one of the largest companies in the world after a last-minute call from the b...

What's more important for leadership, emotional intelligence or IQ? The right use of EQ can revolutionize your approach to decision-making, relationship building, leadership, and communication. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Travis Bradberry, best-selling author of "Emotional Intelligence. 2.0," as he reveals how emotional intelligence can be consciously developed and refined. We'll explore w...

Should you really be hiring for "culture fit?" It turns out that doing this could actually keep you from finding your best people! My guest on today's show explains why that's the case and what leaders should really be looking for. On this Leadership Spark, I sit down with former Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille to get his perspective on attracting top performers. We discuss why solely assessing culture f...

Is leadership like a game of chess? Imagine navigating the complex world of leadership with the precision and foresight of a chess grandmaster. In this episode, we're joined by Michael Watkins, author of 'The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking,' who draws parallels between the two realms. Learn how to sharpen your pattern recognition skills, boost mental agility, and develop visionary thinking...

Is hybrid work here to stay or are we all going to be working back in offices? The whole concept of hybrid work means that you spend some time in the office and some time working out of the office. But what's the ideal mix? Why does hybrid work help employees? And what are some strategies that companies can use to make hybrid work a reality? Mark Dixon is the founder of the International Workplace...

Look around you right now. Every piece of technology is powered by a microchip, but what happens if we lost access to those chips? Chris Miller, an expert in international history and "Chip War" author, joins us to discuss the strategic significance of semiconductor technology in shaping your world. Miller reveals how this critical yet often underestimated technology influences global economics, p...

Today, we seem to be living and working in a perpetual state of crisis which is a huge challenge for leaders. How should leaders lead during times of crisis and chaos? In today's fast-changing world, the way leaders guide their teams is more important than ever. Lorenzo Simonelli is the CEO of Baker Hughes, a 55,000 person energy company with offices in 120 counties. In today's spark Lorenzo share...

Why do so many people struggle to reach their full potential? Hal Elrod, the best-selling author of 'The Miracle Morning,' unveils the secrets to leading with a positive mindset in the face of adversity. Drawing from his own remarkable experiences of overcoming life-threatening challenges, Hal inspires you as a leader to stay committed to your goals while remaining empathetic and accountable. He p...