Jon Clifton

Jon Clifton, CEO of Gallup and author of "Blind Spot," dives into the paradox of rising global unhappiness despite improving economic indicators. He reveals how subjective well-being often contradicts objective measures like GDP, emphasizing the disconnect between how people live their lives and how they perceive them. Clifton discusses the importance of addressing emotional needs in the workplace, advocating for genuine connections over mere perks, and highlights the powerful role of emotional intelligence in fostering happiness and engagement in teams.

Gallup CEO Jon Clifton discusses the Leading with Strengths initiative, plans for 2024, and the transformative impact of strengths. He emphasizes the importance of using strengths in conversations and shares insights on strengths, learning, and interviews with Deepak Chopra. The podcast also covers the concept of deliberate decision-making and incorporating strengths into leadership roles.

In this podcast, Jon Clifton, CEO of Gallup, discusses the global impact of strengths and shares stories of individuals who have found strengths transformative. He also explores his vision for the future of the company, including plans for a new series called 'Leading with Strengths.' Additionally, Clifton talks about the application of strengths in high-pressure jobs and leadership roles, the prevalence of strengths conversations within the organization, and the importance of influencing the community to make a positive impact.