Future Ready Leadership With Jacob Morgan

In today’s leadership spark, I speak with Molly Fletcher, CEO of The Molly Fletcher Company. Molly shares valuable insights on handling rejection, building strong relationships, and going above and beyond to add value. As a former sports agent representing top athletes and coaches, Molly brings a unique perspective to leadership and business.

Further into our conversation, Molly shares how she navigated the world of sports, learned from rejection, and applied those lessons to the business world. This conversation will inspire you to up your game and approach relationships and negotiations with a new mindset.

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In this leadership spark, Molly Fletcher, CEO at The Molly Fletcher Company and Sports Agent turned Keynote Speaker and Author, shares her remarkable journey and insights into building successful relationships in sports. 

From her humble beginnings at a small agency to representing top athletes and coaches, Molly's story is one of perseverance and strategic relationship building. 

Molly shares her unique technique of asking without asking, a skill that helped her connect with athletes and understand their needs on a deeper level. Lastly, we discussed about why patience and consistency are key in the business of sports agency, and how Molly's approach to adding value and building trust paved the way for long-term success. 

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Get ready to be inspired by Niren Chaudhary, CEO at Panera Brands, as he shares insights on business, philosophy, and career strategy in this life-changing discussion. With over 130,000 team members across Panera Bread, Einstein Bros. Bagels, and Caribou Coffee, Niren has the experience and expertise to guide you towards a better life, both personally and professionally.

During our conversation, Niren shares the tragic story of his daughters and the valuable lessons he learned from them, along with the importance of not seeing yourself as a victim. Discover the ultimate measure of leadership success and how former Yum! Brands CEO, David Novak, changed Niren's approach to leadership. Trust us, this is not a conversation you want to miss! Tune in to one of our most unforgettable podcast discussions to date.

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In this episode, Patrick Lencioni discusses how understanding individual geniuses within a team can drastically improve efficiency and morale. He shares a story of a technology company that revamped its executive suite by harnessing individual genius, leading to marked advancements in their market standing.

In our conversation, Partick also mentions how minor adjustments in roles based on individual geniuses can greatly benefit productivity and morale, without necessitating drastic career changes. The conversation concludes with the importance of vulnerability and self-awareness in realizing one's strengths and weaknesses, and how it plays a crucial role in team dynamics and productivity.

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In today’s leadership spark, I had a fascinating conversation with Patrick Lencioni, Founder & President at The Table Group, about his model called "The 6 Types of Working Genius." Patrick describes these types as: "Wonder," "Invention," "Discernment," "Galvanizing," "Enablement," and "Tenacity."

On a more personal note, Patrick revealed how this model has improved his marriage. He and his wife learned they both lack the genius of "Tenacity," which has helped them understand each other better and outsource certain tasks. Lastly, we discussed the importance of the "Enablement" and "Tenacity" types in getting ideas off the ground and ensuring they are finished.

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In today’s leadership spark, I had the pleasure of interviewing Patrick Lencioni, Founder & President at The Table Group and Author of The Six Types of 'Working Genius'. Patrick shared his concerns about the modern workforce becoming more transactional and less passion-driven. He noted a rising cynicism among younger workers and even a decreased desire to work. However, he saw these challenges as opportunities for leaders to inspire their teams. 

We also discussed the potential drawbacks of widespread remote work, especially for roles requiring creativity and innovation. Patrick shares valuable insights and advice to leaders when hiring, and highlights the need for focused, thoughtful leadership in these changing times.

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Today, I speak with none other than the brilliant Gary Hamel. Renowned as one of the world's foremost business thinkers and a best-selling author, Hamel has captivated audiences with his groundbreaking books like "Competing for the Future," "What Matters Now," and his latest masterpiece, "Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside Them."

In today's conversation, we embark on a riveting journey with Hamel as we delve into the realm of current events and news. While we explored his book in depth during our previous encounter, this time our focus is on extracting key insights from Hamel's profound understanding of the business landscape and his analysis of the latest happenings.

From the mind-boggling impact of digital overload on workplace productivity, as revealed in a compelling Wall Street Journal article, to the evolving dynamics of the job market in the wake of the Great Resignation phenomenon, as highlighted by Business Insider—we leave no stone unturned.

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In this Leadership Spark, Jeffrey Katz, founder and CEO of Journera, shares about how his leadership style evolved from command and control to being more open and emotionally engaged with his employees. He explains the importance of having a clear strategy and building a great team with honesty, integrity, and communication skills. 

Jeffrey reflects on the lessons he learned from tragedy and the value of having experience to gain wisdom. He also mentions his transformation as a leader and how he brought his new approach to Orbitz. 

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In today’s Leadership Spark, Jeffrey Katz, founder and CEO of Journera, discusses his experiences leading through crises, including the tragic crash of Swissair Flight 111 and the impact of 9/11 on the travel industry. Jeffrey emphasizes the importance of compassion, honesty, and generosity in times of crisis and reflects on how the experiences changed him as a leader.

The conversation also delves into the challenges of building a company in a competitive industry and the role of technology in shaping the future of travel. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of adaptability and agility in leadership.

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In today’s Leadership Spark, I speak with Jeffrey Katz, founder and CEO of Journera. Jeffrey talks about his leadership roles in various companies, and his experience as a command-and-control leader. He talks about the performance-centric nature of the airline industry and the mission to grow Sabre around the world, as well as the challenges faced by management in a command-and-control environment. 

Jeffrey also talks about the evolution of management styles and how the idea of employee engagement surveys, flexible work, and work-life balance were just starting during his time in the industry. The conversation sheds light on the need for companies to adapt to changing times and expectations of employees. 

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My interview today is with John Chambers, former CEO of Cisco Systems and author of "Connecting the Dots: Lessons for Leadership in a Startup World." Chambers started off his career as a sales representative and rose through the ranks to become the CEO of Cisco Systems, growing the company from $70 million to $47 billion. In our conversation, we discuss what's going on in the world today, including the high-performance versus low-performance dichotomy and the power shift into the hands of employees.

We also talk about Chambers' key moments in his leadership career, including his diagnosis with dyslexia and transitioning out of the CEO role. We explore the importance of discussing politics at work, the changing stereotype of leadership, and the role of AI and cybersecurity. Chambers shares his secret to growing Cisco and provides tips for individuals, teams, and organizations.

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In today’s Leadership Spark, Marshall Goldsmith, renowned executive coach and author, discusses the evolving stereotype of leaders and the issue with traditional employee engagement surveys. He suggests using active questions to encourage personal responsibility for engagement and meaning at work. 

Marshall emphasizes the importance of balance and accountability, where everyone plays a role. He also shares a story of two flight attendants demonstrating the power of internal mindset in creating positivity.

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In this Leadership Spark, Marshall Goldsmith, renowned executive coach and author, discusses the dangers of ego in leadership and the importance of making a positive difference in life. Marshall explains that a healthy ego is necessary for promoting oneself and making a positive impact, but too much ego can be detrimental to one's career. 

He also shares his experience in coaching CEOs and the importance of choosing the right clients. His coaching philosophy is based on Buddhist principles, particularly the idea of accepting what is and making positive changes in life.

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In today’s Leadership Spark, I interview executive coach Marshall Goldsmith. Marshall shares his insights on leadership coaching and how he helps CEOs and prospective CEOs improve their leadership skills through confidential feedback based on interviews.

Marshall notes that the most common issues CEOs or prospective CEOs face are winning too much, adding too much value, and trying to be right all the time. He emphasizes that coaching isn’t about the coach but about working with great people. 

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In this episode of The Great Leadership Podcast with Jacob Morgan, I spoke with Stewart Friedman - a well-known leadership expert who spent time at Ford Motor Company leading a 50-person team focused on leadership development, transforming the culture, and training 2,500 managers per year.

In today’s episode, Friedman emphasizes the importance of finding mutual value in four domains: work, home, community, and self, and argues that leadership impacts all of them, requiring change in all areas. He also stresses the importance of vulnerability in leadership. According to his research, there is no such thing as work-life balance, instead, integration is the key. He has explored the impact of the pandemic on this integration and found that holistic career values have an indirect effect on work engagement. Stewart encourages people to make tough choices under pressure, integrate work and life, pay attention to signs, and make the best career decisions.

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Hey everyone!

After years of creating content on leadership, employee experience, and the future of work, I’ve come to realize that having a following is great, but building a true community is even better. That’s why I’ve decided to launch the Great Leadership Community on Substack.

Substack will allow me to organize all of my free and premium content in a more easily accessible way, and foster discussions and interaction on specific pieces of content. Plus, I’ll be able to create exclusive premium content for those who want to dive deep into leadership.

For only $9.99/month, subscribers will receive weekly 5-minute leadership hack videos, unique insights from leaders, and exclusive interviews with CEOs and thinkers. And as the community grows, I’ll be rolling out even more exciting features.

So if you’re looking to become a better leader, join me on this new adventure and subscribe to the Great Leadership Community on Substack. Let’s build an amazing community and change the business world for the better!

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In today’s leadership spark, I speak with Stephen M.R. Covey. We discuss the concept of leadership and management, and how both are necessary for a company's success.

Covey explains that while leadership and management are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct roles that require different skills. He also emphasizes the importance of inspiration in leadership and how it can lead to increased productivity and employee well-being. Covey believes that everyone can inspire, and it is a learnable skill.

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In today’s leadership spark, I speak with Stephen M.R. Covey. We discuss the importance of trust in leadership; dive into the impact of trust on relationships, teams, and organizations; and provide practical tips for leaders to build and maintain trust with their teams.

Stephen also shares personal stories about his family, including their weekly family meetings and the powerful leadership lesson he learned as a young boy from his father. Gain valuable insights into the role of trust in leadership and how to create a culture of trust in your organizations in this episode.

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My interview today is with Deb Cupp, the President of Microsoft North America and board member of Ralph Lauren and Avanade, leading a $67 billion dollar business. Deb started her career in technology, working her way up the ranks to become a leader in the industry. As a leader, she has learned the importance of having a coach mindset and how it can transform the way we lead.

In our conversation, we explore the topic of coaching and how it can benefit both employees and organizations. Deb shares her insights on the coaching process, highlighting key frameworks and strategies for coaching employees, and what to do when employees are not coachable. She also emphasizes the importance of coaching the coach and focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses.

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