The Productivity Show

Leading to Thrive: High-Performance Habits from a Global CEO (TPS568)

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Jul 7, 2025
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Klaus Kleinfeld
Klaus Kleinfeld, former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa, shares insights from his book, emphasizing the balance between high performance and well-being. He discusses rethinking thriving with a new definition that includes energy management as crucial for productivity. Kleinfeld introduces micro-habits that top executives swear by and reveals how to flip chaos into momentum using a crisis lens. He also touches on the transformative impact of AI on organizational structures and presents a quick daily drill to enhance leadership.
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INSIGHT

Thriving Means Sustainable Energy

  • Thriving means sustainable, high performance over time, not a straight, continuous effort.
  • Life is like alternating sprints and relaxations, with energy as the core resource.
ADVICE

Micro Habits Boost Energy Fast

  • Use micro habits like short walks or breathing exercises for quick energy boosts.
  • These can be done discreetly in meetings and dramatically improve focus and performance.
ANECDOTE

Patient's Story Restores Purpose

  • Klaus once invited a patient who was saved by Siemens equipment to speak to employees.
  • This personal story restored employees' sense of purpose and motivation during a tough transformation.
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