Jonathan Clark

In this engaging discussion, the dynamic Clark family—Kim, former Dean of Harvard Business School; Jonathan, a UT professor with a Harvard PhD; and Erin, Deloitte's Human Capital leader—explore transformative leadership. They critique the 'power over' model, linking it to inefficiencies and employee dissatisfaction. Advocating for a 'leading through' approach, they emphasize the importance of personal agency, genuine engagement, and moral leadership. The conversation encourages listeners to reclaim their agency in creating positive organizational change.

Kim Clark, a former Dean of Harvard Business School, and Jonathan Clark, a PhD and professor, delve into the heart of effective leadership. They emphasize the crucial shift from controlling styles to fostering individual empowerment and collective well-being. The discussion highlights the importance of love, genuine listening, and authentic connection in leadership. They also tackle the moral pitfalls of totalitarian approaches and the necessity of transforming toxic leadership behaviors for a healthier organizational culture.

Kim Clark, an esteemed management professor and former Harvard dean, teams up with his sons Jonathan, a management researcher, and Erin, a consulting director at Deloitte. They explore the pitfalls of traditional 'power-over' management and advocate for a more human-centered approach called 'leading through.' Discussing morality in business, they highlight the necessity of flat hierarchies for better productivity. Together, they redefine leadership to emphasize emotional intelligence and collective empowerment, aiming to transform organizational culture and employee wellbeing.