Worklife with Adam Grant

Brené Brown and Simon Sinek on the leadership skills we need to build

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May 23, 2023
Brené Brown, a renowned research professor known for her insights on vulnerability and empathy, teams up with Simon Sinek, a celebrated author and ethnographer famous for his work on purpose in leadership. Together, they explore essential leadership skills such as the power of trust, communicating courage, and embracing vulnerability. They discuss navigating remote work challenges and the importance of inclusivity and emotional awareness. With humor and depth, they provide actionable advice for building better leaders in today's evolving workplace.
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ANECDOTE

Communication Styles

  • Adam Grant, Brene Brown, and Simon Sinek discussed their communication preferences.
  • Brown and Sinek prefer texting, while Grant favors email, leading to a humorous exchange about leadership styles.
INSIGHT

Leadership as Humanity

  • Good leadership mirrors being a good human.
  • Key traits include curiosity, vulnerability, trust, and genuine human connection.
INSIGHT

Leadership as Service

  • Leadership is a team sport dependent on cooperation.
  • A good "why" is rooted in service to others, not individual gain.
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