Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating Our Future

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  Leadership, Power, & the Psychology of Better Decisions 04.08.2026 35min

  Why do great strategies still fail? It’s the psychology of the decision-makers. INSEAD leadership expert Manfred Kets de Vries joins Maureen Metcalf to explore how self-awareness, executive team dynamics, power, and honest feedback shape leadership effectiveness. Discover why reflective leadership may be your organization’s greatest competitive advantage.
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  Leadership Skills Nobody Teaches: Wisdom & Compassion 28.07.2026 34min

  Leadership pioneer Cindy Wigglesworth introduces Spiritual Intelligence (SQ): a practical, research-based framework that builds on emotional intelligence to help leaders develop greater wisdom, compassion, self-awareness, and better judgment in an increasingly complex world.
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  Why Top Talent Says “No, Thanks” to Leadership Jobs 21.07.2026 35min

  What if the real leadership crisis isn’t a shortage of talent, but leadership roles people no longer want? Steve Dion of Gallagher joins Maureen Metcalf to explore why leadership pipelines are breaking, how outdated leadership systems contribute to the problem, and what organizations can do to create sustainable leadership for the future.
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  Lasting Solutions for Labor Shortages 14.07.2026 31min

  What if your labor shortage isn’t really a hiring problem? Supply chain and transformation leaders Will O’Brien and Dave DuBose reveal why organizations can’t recruit their way out of every workforce challenge—and how redesigning the work, becoming a “sticky employer,” and rethinking old operating assumptions can turn talent scarcity into a leadership advantage.
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  Decision Velocity: The Leadership System for Better Decisions 07.07.2026 41min

  Why do smart organizations struggle to adapt? In this episode, Dr. Christopher Washington and Greg Moran introduce Decision Velocity, a practical leadership framework that helps organizations move from recognizing problems to coordinated action with greater speed, clarity, and alignment. Discover why leadership systems—not leaders alone—determine how effectively organizations respond in an increasingly complex world.
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  Why Human-Centered Systems Outperform Technology Alone 30.06.2026 40min

  Tech doesn’t create great organizations; leaders do. Amazon executives Sandy Gordon and Scott Dresser share how human-centered systems, continuous learning, and thoughtful technology design enable one of the world’s largest organizations to scale while keeping people at the center. Discover practical leadership lessons for navigating AI, organizational change, and the future of work.
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  Why Smart Companies Make Bad Decisions 23.06.2026 32min

  Why do smart organizations keep making bad decisions? Professor Mats Alvesson joins Maureen Metcalf and Christopher Washington to explore the concept of functional stupidity, revealing how bureaucracy, conformity, and organizational habits can suppress critical thinking, slow learning, and undermine decision quality. Discover practical ways leaders can create cultures that encourage reflection, better judgment, and smarter action.
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  Reciprocity: Why Giving Creates Better Teams 16.06.2026 15min

  Leadership isn’t about authority alone; it’s about relationships, too. Brian Ahearn joins Maureen Metcalf to explore how influence, reciprocity, and genuine human connection help leaders build trust, increase engagement, and achieve better results. Discover why people are more likely to follow leaders they know, like, and who genuinely care about their success.
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  With Great Success Comes Great Responsibility 09.06.2026 33min

  How can leaders create growth that benefits both their organizations and the communities they serve? Amazon Vice President Holly Sullivan joins Maureen Metcalf to discuss economic development, workforce investment, corporate citizenship, and the leadership responsibility that comes with operating at scale. Together, they explore how thoughtful leadership decisions can create lasting impact far beyond the workplace.
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  The Leadership Strength You Have (But Aren’t Using) 02.06.2026 20min

  What if the leadership capacity you need most is something you already possess? Christopher and Sheila Cooke join Maureen Metcalf to explore how leaders unlock latent human potential, create the conditions for meaningful change, and develop the awareness needed to navigate complexity. This thought-provoking conversation offers a powerful framework for leading transformation in organizations, communities, and beyond.
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  How AI Preserves Humanity at Ancestry 26.05.2026 34min

  AI is changing everything…so how do leaders innovate without losing what matters most? Ancestry CEO Howard Hochhauser joins Maureen Metcalf to discuss ethical AI use, customer-centered leadership, and why preserving human stories may be one of technology’s most important roles.
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  How Great Leaders Influence (without Manipulating) 19.05.2026 34min

  Leadership today depends less on authority and more on influence. In this episode, persuasion expert Brian Ahearn explains the psychology behind trust, reciprocity, credibility, and voluntary buy-in — and why leaders who understand human behavior are better equipped to drive change and build lasting organizational alignment.
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  Super Creativity: The Leadership Skill AI Can’t Replace 12.05.2026 35min

  AI may automate tasks, but James Taylor argues it will make human creativity, curiosity, and leadership more valuable than ever. In this episode, Maureen Metcalf and James explore super creativity, the future of organizational leadership, and why culture, values, and psychological safety may determine which organizations thrive in the age of AI.
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  Bridging Research & Practice: The Medical Model You Can Use 05.05.2026 30min

  Healthcare is becoming unaffordable, and current models won’t fix it. Dr. William Smoyer shares a data-driven approach that turns every patient interaction into insight, enabling better care at lower cost.
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  From Hype to Impact: How to Get AI Right 28.04.2026 40min

  Most organizations are investing in AI, but failing to see results. In this episode, Maria Angel Ferrero explains why tools don’t create value (systems do), and what leaders must change to move from experimentation to impact.
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  Turning Conflict from Avoidance to Advantage 21.04.2026 36min

  Most leaders think conflict management means minimizing workplace conflict—but avoiding it is what quietly undermines team performance. In this episode, Mike Morrow-Fox explains how effective leadership communication and psychological safety turn conflict into a productive force, helping teams improve alignment, strengthen trust, and drive better results.
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  The 5% Problem: Rampant Change (& How to Survive) 14.04.2026 38min

  The pace of change may be far greater than leaders realize. This episode explores why traditional management systems are breaking down, and what leaders must do to adapt faster, rethink constraints, and build decision velocity.
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  Agape Capitalism: Can Ethics & Profit Coexist in Business? 07.04.2026 29min

  What if the future of business depends on more than profit? Jim and Tom Grote share their proven model of Agape Capitalism, showing how leaders can build successful, scalable companies grounded in the principles of love, responsibility, and purpose. In a time of rapid disruption, this conversation challenges what it truly means to lead.
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  How Culture Steers Through Crisis: The Eventbrite Story 31.03.2026 39min

  When Eventbrite’s revenue collapsed overnight, CEO Julia Hartz had to lead through uncertainty, make high-stakes decisions, and rebuild from the ground up. In this episode, she shares what it takes to navigate crisis, sustain trust, and turn disruption into a path forward.
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  Getting Positive Results from Hard Conversations 24.03.2026 33min

  Most leaders are terrible at difficult conversations, and it’s not because they lack skill. It’s because they’re focused on the wrong thing. Learn what actually drives behavior change and why your current approach isn’t working.