Elevate with Robert Glazer Elevate Classics: Jacob Morgan On Leading With Vulnerability
Jul 3, 2025
Jacob Morgan, a futurist and bestselling author, explores the future of work and leadership dynamics. He discusses the challenges of remote engagement, emphasizing the need for alignment with organizational goals. The conversation delves into balancing vulnerability and accountability in leadership while fostering trust. Jacob shares insights on managing personal challenges at work and the evolving expectations around employee responsibilities. He highlights the imperative for psychological safety and intentional vulnerability to enhance company culture.
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Engagement Hits All-Time Lows
- Employees' engagement and connection to work have hit all-time lows in recent years.
- People often contradict themselves by rejecting office presence yet lament loneliness or lack of promotion.
Adopt Flexible Work Policies
- Implement flexible work policies that allow employees to balance in-office presence with remote work.
- Avoid rigid rules; let employees come in when it makes sense to maximize collaboration and productivity.
Productivity Metrics Are Shallow
- Measuring productivity by simplistic metrics like mouse movements misses deeper aspects of teamwork.
- Success requires leadership training, creativity, and problem-solving beyond just output levels.
