Guest Ernest Shackleton, known for his crisis leadership, discusses his remarkable journey to safety after being trapped in ice. Topics include team formation in crisis, empathy in leadership, motivating accountability, and Shackleton's enduring legacy.

Managers face tough decisions like evaluating underperforming employees, even if they have personal connections. Harvard Business School professor Joe Badaracco advises using judgement, considering different perspectives, consequences, and values. Gray-area decisions require thorough information gathering and reflection on personal and organizational values.

In this engaging podcast, innovation expert Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg discusses the importance of reframing problems before implementing solutions. He highlights the pitfalls of searching for a single root cause and advocates for experimenting and rapid prototyping. Topics include leadership, decision-making, power, and influence in problem-solving.

Former Harvard Business School dean Nitin Nohria discusses promoting high-performing employees with behavioral issues, using the classic case study 'Rob Parson at Morgan Stanley.' Key topics include managerial accountability, employee incentives, and the balance between performance and company values.

Learn how to navigate the challenges of being a first-time boss, including managing older employees, balancing likability and competence, and handling feelings of unreadiness in leadership roles. Get insights on building trust with older subordinates, maintaining professionalism while being open, and managing the warmth and competence balance in leadership. Explore the value of staying out of the corporate ladder race and finding the right career advancement boundaries, while also dealing with career uncertainties in managerial roles.

Learn how to build influence and master persuasion at work, with insights on tactics for success, overcoming stereotypes in male-dominated fields, balancing competence and warmth with clients, and navigating successful meetings through coalition building and tailored presentations.

Leaders can excel by simply engaging in meaningful conversations with their teams, focusing on intimacy and inclusivity. The podcast highlights the importance of open dialogue, employee engagement, and fostering relationships. Case studies showcase the benefits of involving employees in mission and value creation, emphasizing the power of authentic communication for organizational success.

Discover how Etsy's new CEO transformed the company into a profitable business while staying true to its purpose, making tough decisions like laying off employees. Learn about the importance of leadership, organizational culture, and sustainability in achieving success.

Leaders must balance ambition and humility to succeed. Professor Kaissi offers advice on achieving this balance, emphasizing the importance of understanding strengths and weaknesses. The episode covers topics like emotional intelligence, listening skills, learning, and examples from Steve Jobs' leadership style.

Leaders who drive innovation need to master three key roles: architect, bridger, and catalyst. They must assemble the right team, build connections, and invite collaboration. Formal authority doesn't work in fostering innovation. Partnership and collaboration play a crucial role in driving innovation. The episode mentions Linda Hill's book on leading innovation and announces the upcoming episode on leadership.