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Mitch Albom: Truth and Forgiveness in Leadership

Mar 15, 2024

Renowned novelist Mitch Albom discusses the importance of consistency in writing and shares insight into his latest novel. The podcast also explores building a positive culture in organizations to support team success. Themes of truth, forgiveness, and consequences in storytelling are highlighted, along with the challenges of adapting books into movies.

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Mitch Albom

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Maintaining a consistent writing routine contributes to storytelling success.

Albom's novels offer poignant reflections on truth, forgiveness, and the complexities of human nature.

Deep dives

Mitch Albom's Transition to Writing

Mitch Albom discusses his unexpected journey into writing, starting as a musician and eventually becoming a successful journalist and author. His critical turning point came when connecting with a college professor suffering from Lou Gehrig's disease, leading to the creation of his seminal book, 'Tuesdays with Morrie', a poignant reflection on life and mortality.

Introduction

2min

From Music to Writing: A Journey of Transformation

21min

Writing Discipline and Technique

2min

Exploring Book to Movie Adaptations

3min

Exploring Truth, Forgiveness, and Consequences

5min

Renowned novelist Mitch Albom joins On Leadership for a captivating conversation about the thought-provoking themes that inspire his work. You know him for his bestselling books Tuesdays with Morrie, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, and most recently, The Little Liar. Mitch emphasizes the importance of treating writing like a job and maintaining a consistent routine, which he said has contributed to the success and relevance of his storytelling in today’s world.

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