
Positive Leadership
Positive Leadership has the power to change the world. By focusing on trust, empathy, authenticity and deep collaboration, leaders can energize their teams to achieve success for individuals, their organizations, and society as a whole. Yet, it remains relatively unknown outside positive psychology and neuroscience circles.Join Jean-Philippe Courtois, former member of the Microsoft senior leadership team alongside Satya Nadella and co-founder of Live for Good, as he brings Positive Leadership to life for anyone in a leadership capacity—both personally and professionally. With help from his guests, Jean-Philippe explores how purpose-driven leaders can generate the positive energy needed to drive business success, individual fulfillment, and societal impact across a range of industries—from technology and social enterprise to sports and coffee.Most importantly, you’ll learn practical tips to apply in your own life—so you can start making a positive difference in the world.
Latest episodes

Feb 14, 2024 • 1h
[FR] Naviguer vers l'avenir (avec Bertrand Piccard)
Legendary ecologist Bertrand Piccard discusses his aviation adventures and upcoming hydrogen challenge. Topics include changing our worldview to create our own future and the importance of innovation, problem-solving, and diverse perspectives in driving progress.

Feb 7, 2024 • 6min
9 Powers of Positive Leadership - Lesson 3: Committing to Action
Most of us procrastinate, feel guilty about it and criticize ourselves for it. And yet we still do it.In lesson three of the ‘9 Lessons of Positive Leadership’ JP wants to help you take back control of your day.Listen now for tips to help you commit to action and stay on track.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 1min
Building a better world together (with Jacqueline Novogratz)
As founder and CEO of nonprofit venture fund, Acumen, JP’s latest guest, Jacqueline Novogratz, is a visionary leader who has dedicated her career to connecting with people to build a better, more just world. Jacqueline’s remarkable journey from Wall Street to the front lines of social entrepreneurship is a captivating story filled with great wisdom – listen now, and don’t forget to subscribe.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Jan 25, 2024 • 6min
9 Powers of Positive Leadership - Lesson 2: Generating Positive Energy
Are you a positive energizer?If not, don’t worry, you can become one. On the latest episode of the 9 Powers of Positive Leadership, JP shares 5 proven techniques from his guests that you can use to generate positive energy. Listen now and unlock your true potential. Your future self will thank you!Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 2min
[FR] Faire en sorte que chaque jour compte (avec Matthieu Stefani)
Serial entrepreneur et animateur vedette du podcast Génération Do It Yourself, Matthieu Stefani est un leader dont l'incroyable appétit pour la vie l'a amené à explorer comment nous pouvons nous donner les moyens de réaliser de grandes choses.Inspirez-vous de ses techniques pour activer votre état d'esprit de startuper dans le dernier épisode du podcast Positive Leadership.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Jan 10, 2024 • 6min
9 Powers of Positive Leadership - Lesson 1: Building Self-Confidence
Welcome to a brand new bitesize podcast series, the 9 Powers of Positive Leadership.With insights from world-renowned coaches, positive psychologists, and purpose-driven leaders, JP will take you step-by-step through the nine key behaviors that will energize and inspire you to achieve success for yourself, others and the world.We start with actionable insights for Building Self-Confidence - listen now.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

5 snips
Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 1min
Paving the way to positivity (with Dr. Martin Seligman)
Dr. Martin Seligman, founding father of positive psychology, discusses enabling individuals and communities to flourish. He shares advice on improving employee well-being and communication techniques for stronger relationships. They explore early influences, challenges in introducing positive psychology, and surprising successes in schools, the military, and corporations. They discuss the concept of mattering, measuring resiliency, and the importance of purpose and meaning in leadership. They also touch on the potential role of AI in therapy and coaching, including the creation of Ask Martin, a virtual therapist. Lastly, they explore the use of AI as therapists and coaches and the concept of positive leadership through altruism and serving others.

Dec 20, 2023 • 51min
Unlocking human potential through mentorship (with Angeline Murimirwa)
There's no substitute for lived experience, and Angeline Murimirwa as CEO of the Campaign for Female Education, CAMFED, is an incredible role model for the network of young African women she mentors and supports.On the latest episode of the podcast, JP speaks with her about the principles and practicalities of collective leadership, and how the game-changing model of sisterhood is breaking the cycle of poverty.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Dec 6, 2023 • 53min
[FR] Réaliser l'impossible (avec Élisabeth Moreno)
Élisabeth Moreno est un exemple vivant de l'expression « ce qui ne vous tue pas vous rend plus fort ».Son incroyable carrière, de cadre supérieur chez Hewlett Packard au gouvernement français, a coché toutes les cases de l'impossible.Apprenez à développer votre confiance en vous avec Élisabeth et JP dans le dernier épisode en français du podcast Positive Leadership.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Nov 22, 2023 • 1h
Driving performance with purpose (with Indra Nooyi)
Indra Nooyi, the former chairman and CEO of PepsiCo, is one of the foremost strategic thinkers of our time. She shattered the glass ceiling of corporate America and wrote many of the rules of behavior along the way.Learn about her distinctive leadership mindset on the latest episode of the Positive Leadership podcast with JP.Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/