Should You Tell Your Employees Not To Work on the Weekends?
The video challenges the common belief that banning weekend work protects employees from burnout. The speaker recounts his own policy of forbidding after‑hours and weekend tasks, thinking it would preserve work‑life balance. Data from Water Cooler revealed a U‑shaped risk curve: employees who never work evenings or weekends are highly prone to disengagement and turnover, while those who constantly work them face classic burnout. Those who occasionally put in extra hours, by choice, report the highest satisfaction. The presenter emphasizes regular check‑ins, quoting retired Marine Corps three‑star General George Flynn: “A leader’s test is whether someone asks, ‘Are you okay?’ and truly cares about the answer.” This personal connection underscores the human element of leadership. For managers, the takeaway is to replace rigid bans with flexible, purpose‑driven weekend work, monitor frequency, and maintain open dialogue about wellbeing. Such an approach can boost engagement, reduce flight risk, and sustain productivity.
Gusto CEO on Why His Office Has a Shoes-Off Policy #Gusto #office
Gusto’s chief executive explained why the payroll‑software firm still operates with a shoes‑off office, a habit that began in the founders’ homes and has survived as the company scaled. The policy originated from Tomer Amedi’s and Josh’s upbringing, where removing shoes...
What Workers Want: Key Takeaways From SHRM’s Global Employee Monitor | All Things Work
The SHRM All Things Work podcast unpacked the latest Global Employee Monitor, a quarterly survey of workers in 26 countries, to reveal what truly drives hiring, staying and engagement across diverse markets. The research underscores that while pay remains...
Mastercard Tech Transformation
Mastercard has taken a page from its tech playbook, applying agile methodology to its human‑resources function. The experiment began with a minimum‑viable‑product (MVP) pilot in St. Louis, rolled out over 16 weeks. The rapid cycle proved that agile sprints could compress...
State of the Pivot- Adapting Organizational Models for a New Era 2026 #SkollWF
The Skoll World Forum panel titled “State of the Pivot” convened five nonprofit leaders to discuss how their organizations are re‑designing structures amid geopolitical, technological, and funding pressures. Each speaker offered a concise description of their mission before detailing a...
Board Governance, Life Balance and Leading with Values | Pete Henderson Society
Professor Harry Kramer, former Baxter CEO and Kellogg professor, led a Pete Henderson Society webinar on board governance, life balance and values‑based leadership. He challenged the conventional “work‑life balance” mantra, urging executives to think in terms of overall life balance...
Why "Ethical" Leaders Still Create Unethical Cultures
The video examines why leaders who follow rules can still foster unethical workplaces, arguing that the way they exert influence—through dominance or prestige—shapes their team's moral compass. Across seven studies, including field surveys, time‑lag analyses, and lab experiments, researchers found that...
Supply Chain LIVE - US Summit 2026 | Linda Reddy, Linda Reddy Inc on Winning the Invisible Games
The video features Linda Reddy, a global supply‑chain executive, discussing the “invisible games” that shape career advancement for women in supply‑chain environments. She stresses the importance of visibility—publicly sharing results and business impact—and clarifies the difference between mentors (who guide) and...
How Kodak Is Trying to Turn Things Around
Kodak, once written off after its 2012 bankruptcy, is positioning itself for a comeback. CEO Jim Continza, a self‑described turnaround specialist, says the iconic imaging firm is leveraging nostalgia and new consumer interest to revive its core film business. The company’s...
InformationWeek Podcast: How CTOs Balance AI and Their Teams
The InformationWeek podcast brings together three CTOs to discuss how organizations can balance AI‑driven development with team dynamics, emphasizing ownership, outcomes, and responsible governance. All three leaders agree AI is currently a productivity amplifier rather than a mass‑layoff engine. They cite...
Gartner Analysts + Executive Partners: Helping You Make Faster, Smarter Decisions
The video introduces Gartner’s Executive Partner program, positioning these advisors as "Olympic coaches" for C‑suite executives. By pairing senior leaders with seasoned analysts, Gartner promises to contextualize its vast research library and guide organizations through complex technology journeys, from AI...
Michigan Ross Commencement 2026 Guest Speaker: Jenny Just
Jenny Just, a 1990 Ross graduate and co‑founder of Pig Six Investments, delivered the 2026 commencement keynote, tracing her journey from a chaotic Chicago options‑trading floor to building a multi‑billion‑dollar fintech empire that powers platforms such as Robinhood. She emphasized a...
Hotels Fail When They Forget Hospitality
The video spotlights a growing disconnect between hotel asset managers and frontline hospitality. Speakers argue that many investors and owners, accustomed to pure financial metrics, overlook the human element that defines a hotel’s brand and guest loyalty. Key insights reveal that...
Driven to Succeed: Turn Doubt Into Your Competitive Advantage
The podcast episode spotlights Susie Wolf, a former professional race‑car driver turned Managing Director of the F1 Academy, an all‑female racing series. Wolf shares how she transformed early‑life passion for speed into a platform that nurtures the next generation of...
Surviving Twitter's Growing Pains: Ex-CEO Dick Costolo
The interview with former Twitter CEO Dick Costello centers on the chaotic, hyper‑growth phase of Twitter and the leadership choices he made to steer the company toward sustainable scale. Costello recounts stepping into the role amid board turmoil, a dysfunctional...
What Are the Different Sources of Power Beyond Money and Resources? | Faculty Q&A
The video argues that power fundamentally derives from controlling access to resources that others value, extending far beyond mere financial assets. It frames power as a relational dynamic where each party’s influence hinges on the resources they can grant or...
Rakuten's CEO Made Staff Switch to English - Or Face Demotion
Rakuten's chief executive announced a company‑wide shift to English, giving employees two years to become proficient or risk demotion. The policy is driven by the need to compete internationally and to overcome Japan’s limited domestic engineering talent. Currently 70 % of engineers...
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Tracy Chou (Block Party) - Founding a Mission-Driven Startup [Entire Talk]
Tracy Chou, a former engineer at Quora, Pinterest and the US Digital Service, returned to Stanford to discuss her path from early‑stage employee to founder of Block Party, a privacy‑focused platform that was recently acquired by DeleteMe. She emphasizes that working...
Building Trust in Low-Touch Teams
The video addresses how leaders can cultivate trust in teams that meet infrequently, such as monthly or quarterly gatherings, emphasizing the challenges of low‑touch environments. The speaker argues that front‑loading alignment and establishing a predictable cadence of interaction are essential. He...
A Look at the Future of Chuck E. Cheese
The interview with Chuck‑E‑Cheese CEO Scott Drake focuses on the brand’s next‑generation “Adventure World” concept, a larger active‑play arena that replaces traditional full‑service kitchens with a streamlined snack bar. Drake explains that the 12,000‑sq‑ft play structure, featuring trampolines, slides and soccer...
Never Get Nervous Before a High-Stakes Presentation Again
The video tackles the universal anxiety that spikes before high‑stakes presentations, presenting four practical techniques to steady the body and mind. It emphasizes that nerves stem from an autonomic response, which can be deliberately lowered through a short, focused meditation...
Build a Business AI Can’t Replace
The podcast episode explores how artificial intelligence threatens not just jobs but the under‑developed parts of our humanity. Host John Jance and guest Derek Redall argue that true competitive advantage will come from excavating personal wisdom and using AI to...
How to Keep CI Momentum Through Executive and Frontline Turnover — Karen Martin
The discussion, led by continuous‑improvement expert Karen Martin, tackles how firms can preserve CI momentum when executives and frontline staff are frequently changing. Martin stresses frank, early conversations with incoming leaders to surface existing projects and cultural expectations. She notes that...
Starcloud's Philip Johnston: Why the Cheapest Compute Will Be in Space
At the recent conference, Philip Johnston, co‑founder and CEO of Starcloud, outlined the company’s vision of building data centers in space, arguing that orbital compute will soon become cheaper than terrestrial facilities. Johnston explained that space‑based solar panels produce eight times...
Data Science and AI for Leaders (DSAIL)
The Data Science and AI for Leaders (DSAIL) program is designed to equip executives and managers with practical AI skills, emphasizing hands‑on experimentation over theory. By immersing participants in real‑world tools, the course reshapes how leaders think about intelligence, budgets,...
A Conversation with Tom Brady & Shaquille O'Neal | Global Conference 2026
At the Global Conference 2026, Tom Brady and Shaquille O’Neal joined host Mike Milin to discuss how elite athletes translate championship mindsets into lasting business enterprises. The panel highlighted relentless practice, data‑driven preparation and a growth‑oriented culture as common threads. Brady’s...
Using Behavioral Science in Practice Change Management
Justin North, founder of Pickering Pierce, argues that law firms consistently miss the mark on transformation because they treat change as a purely managerial exercise, ignoring the underlying behavioral drivers of lawyers. He highlights the industry’s tendency to invest heavily in...
You’ve Got the Technology. What Are You Going to Do with It?
The video argues that generative AI’s hype masks deeper organizational challenges; firms must move beyond viewing the technology as a mere productivity tool and confront questions of adoption, incentives, training, and cultural impact. Key insights include the need to leverage unique...
The Smartest Way to Handle Disagreement
The video argues that the smartest way to handle disagreement is to begin every contentious exchange by articulating the other person’s position before presenting your own. By deliberately stating what you think the opponent believes, you create a moment of...
Is Corporate Purpose a Distraction or a Secret Weapon for Innovation? HEC Purpose Day 2026
Corporate purpose was the focus of a heated HEC Purpose Day 2026 panel, where leaders debated whether purpose distracts from profit or fuels innovation. Former Heineken CFO Lauren Deau and sustainability professor Mario Calderini examined real‑world examples to move beyond...
"It's Embarrassing That I Have a Career." | Simon Sinek
Simon Sinek’s latest talk warns that the past four decades have stripped workplaces of trust, fueling burnout and a sense of isolation among employees. He frames his own career as “embarrassing” because demand for his message signals a market gap...
Speak So They Feel You
The video titled “Speak So They Feel You” argues that effective communication is driven by emotional energy rather than mere words. The speaker recounts personal struggles—failing English twice and fearing judgment—then reveals that authenticity, presence, calm breathing, and strategic silence outweigh...
How Razorpay Became India’s Largest Payments Company
The video chronicles how Razorpay, founded by Harshil Mathur, grew from a college‑side project into India’s largest payments platform, highlighting its Y Combinator entry in winter 2015 and the regulatory hurdles that shaped its trajectory. Initially the team tried to sell...
What Makes an Excellent CPO
The video challenges the common perception that a chief product officer (CPO) is primarily a ship‑it‑everything manager, arguing that the role’s core responsibility is to define product vision and align it with the company’s broader strategy. An effective CPO resists micromanaging...
Inside the ICE House X Las Vegas: Former NFL Executive & Founder of The 33rd Team Mike Tannenbaum
The Inside the Ice House episode features former NFL general manager Mike Tannenbaum, now founder of the 33rd Team, discussing how NFL front offices balance on‑field success with the league’s business imperatives. He emphasizes that roster construction, coaching hires, and...
CEO Spotlight: Gonzalo Estebarena of Despegar
In a CEO Spotlight interview, Gonzalo Estebarena outlined Despegar’s post‑acquisition roadmap after Process’s $1.7 billion buy‑out. He emphasized that the deal preserved Despegar’s startup DNA while granting access to Process’s global tech ecosystem, AI capabilities, and B2B partnership networks across Latin...
Daniel Coyle - Creating Teams that Flourish
In a candid conversation on the Radical Sobatical podcast, Daniel Coyle expands on his new book *Flourishing* and argues that modern leadership must shift from command‑and‑control tactics to nurturing living systems. He contrasts the predictability of machines with the organic,...
Kathy Yelick Selected as New Berkeley Lab Director
Kathy Yelick was announced as the ninth director of Berkeley Lab, bringing a distinguished record in computing sciences, former roles as Associate Lab Director and UC Berkeley’s vice chancellor for research, and deep familiarity with the Lab’s interdisciplinary mission. She highlighted...
Semafor World Economy: FGS Global CEO Alex Geiser On Leading During Uncertainty
At the Semafor World Economy Summit, FGS Global chief executive Alex Geiser warned that traditional, incremental leadership—what he called "chess only"—is obsolete in today’s polycrisis environment. He urged CEOs to adopt "full‑combat chess," anchoring decisions in a clear north‑star purpose...
KPMG 2026 Board Leadership Conference - Highlights
The KPMG 2026 Board Leadership Conference gathered senior directors to discuss how rapid changes in the economy, labor market and technology are reshaping board responsibilities. Sessions highlighted AI’s proliferation, evolving SEC regulations, and the growing importance of sustainability as agenda...
THIS Is the Enemy of the Life You Actually Want | Mike Posner and Simon Sinek
The video features Mike Posner and Simon Sinek discussing how the instinct to avoid discomfort, humiliation, and failure creates a hollow, fear‑driven existence. They argue that the pursuit of a “perfect” life often leads to avoidance, ghosting, and emotional walls...
How to Improve Your Critical Thinking
The video introduces a three‑step RED framework for critical thinking—Recognize assumptions, Evaluate arguments, Draw conclusions—positioned as an essential soft skill for professionals seeking strategic influence. It explains how unexamined assumptions can derail decisions, urging listeners to surface and test them with...
Wonder’s Marc Lore On Vibe-Coding Restaurants, Drone Delivery, & Becoming "The IPO Guy"
Marc Lore, the former head of Walmart’s e‑commerce unit, unveiled Wonder – a digitally‑driven food‑hall that consolidates cooking, branding and delivery under one roof. In a 2,500‑square‑foot kitchen the company currently operates 25 distinct restaurant concepts, with a long‑term vision...
From Founder to Three Exits Building a Services Company and Selling to Private Equity
The podcast follows Robert Irving, founder of a Texas fire‑protection firm turned private‑equity veteran, as he recounts building a service business, selling it to Summit (backed by CI Capital/BlackRock), staying through two subsequent exits, and launching his own independent sponsor,...
How Brett Hickey Built a $Billion Firm From Nothing | Leadership & PE Lessons Every CEO Must Hear
The video features Brett Hickey, founder and CEO of Star Mountain Capital, outlining how he built a $4.5 billion asset firm from a first fund launched at age 26. He emphasizes that the firm’s success stems from a disciplined focus on...
Forever Forward: Shaping the Future of Business
The video "Forever Forward: Shaping the Future of Business" spotlights technology—particularly generative AI—as the dominant catalyst transforming how work is performed. London Business School (LBS) positions itself as a research‑driven hub, emphasizing that AI adoption must be grounded in rigorous...
EP63: Overcoming Growth Stalls / DemandMaven
The episode tackles the pervasive issue of growth stalls in SaaS firms, defining a stall as flat or marginal revenue growth—often 2% month‑over‑month or less—where new MRR is neutralized by churn. The hosts identify three common ARR inflection points where...
Working Genius Is FUN
The podcast hosts Pat and Cody explore how the Working Genius framework transforms the notion of fun at work, arguing that genuine enjoyment stems from aligning tasks with each person’s innate strengths rather than superficial perks. They note that when employees...
Struggling With Employee Engagement? Build a Culture of Learning | ATD Report
The ATD report, sponsored by Zensai, examines how a culture of learning can address employee engagement and retention while keeping firms agile. The study finds 69% of talent development professionals and 79% of learners consider learning a way of life, yet...
Get to Know Texas CIO and DIR Executive Director Tony Sauerhoff
Tony Sauerhoff, the newly appointed CIO and Executive Director of Texas’ Department of Information Resources (DIR), discusses his 33‑year IT career—from the Air Force to private‑sector integrators and federal agencies—and his four‑year tenure leading state IT. He frames his leadership around...