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I’ve always sworn by my laissez-faire leadership style, which is something I’ve debated for years with those who are more prone to micro-managing. They make the argument that they have to be hands-on because when they are hands-off things go wrong too often. Who’s right? 🧐 I was excited to dive into the data with Watercooler CEO, Eitan Vesely, for answers: 

PODCAST 🎙️: Before Elon Musk rebranded Twitter, X was already in use — at Google. X, the moonshot factory was Google’s secret research lab, where Google’s most imaginative ideas came to life. As CEO and co-founder, Astro Teller’s job is to harness X’s wildest, most futuristic technology to solve the world’s hardest problems. The same “moonshot factory” that created Google Brain and Waymo self-driving cars is also working on carbon capture, laser-beam Internet, delivery drones, and more. I sat down with Astro to discuss how we build cultures of radical innovation. He shares some useful wisdom about unlearning what we know and why the counterintuitive approach is the key to landing moonshots. 🎧 Listen to our full conversation wherever you get your podcasts:  https://lnkd.in/dS6TG2MH

Dont show up to prove. Show up to improve. Recorded at Summit at Sea in conversation with Molly Bloom, May 2023

Thrilled to see the incredible support for our partnership with EZRA Coaching! We launched this program to give back to the frontline healthcare workers who give so much of themselves every day. The response has been overwhelming, and hearing stories like Jessica’s and Katie’s reminds us that the impact is real—and it’s just the beginning.

What's the best interview question you've ever been asked? Karissa Bodnar and I discussed leading younger generations, finding your purpose, and more in our episode Purpose Over Profit. Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts. New episodes of A Bit of Optimism return next week! While you wait, revisit your favorite episodes and get inspired all over again. 🎧

How do you handle conflict in the workplace? Join Chris Rogers in this online class to master the LEADER approach and guide your team with confidence and purpose: https://hubs.ly/Q02Mzpk30

A leader, first and foremost, is human. Only when we have the strength to show our vulnerability can we truly lead. Video from ServiceNow, January 2024, in conversation with Vanessa Smith

How do you handle emotional challenges in your professional life? 🫣 Dr. Sara Kuburic and I tackle this question head-on, as we explore the power of emotional intelligence at work. Go beyond simply managing emotions and learn how to leverage them to build better relationships and a healthier work environment. Check out our online course "How to Handle Conflict at Work" at https://lnkd.in/gikdfEHf.