In this episode of "The Leadership Spark," host Sylvain converses with Emilio Galli-Zugaro, co-author of the book "The Listening Leader", founder of the Orvieto Academy in Munich and chairman of Methodos in Milan. The discussion delves into leadership, communication, and trust in the corporate world. Emilio emphasizes the importance of engaging employees as credible sources of information and transforming them into brand ambassadors. He shares insights on the necessity of leaders listening to stakeholders, providing clear information, and fostering a sense of ownership. The episode highlights the impact of technology, the value of curiosity, and the future trend of cooperation in leadership.

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Book “The Listening Leader: How to drive performance by using communicative leadership” by Emilio and Clementina Galli-Zugaro

The Orvieto Academy

The Edelman Trust Barometer

Book “Pensées” by Blaise Pascal

Book “Love 'Em or Lose 'Em: Getting Good People to Stay” by Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-Evans

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In this episode of the Leadership Spark Podcast, Sylvain engages with Gay Hendricks, a renowned author and psychologist, to discuss his book "The Big Leap" and the concept of the "upper limit." Gay Hendricks shares personal anecdotes, including a transformative moment in his life that led to profound self-awareness. He explains how individuals often sabotage their own success and happiness due to deep-seated fears and limiting beliefs. The conversation highlights practical steps to recognize and overcome these barriers, encouraging listeners to embrace their "zone of genius" and achieve personal growth and fulfillment.

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Book “The Big Leap” by Gay Hendricks

Foundation for Conscious Living

Book “Conscious Loving” by Gay Hendricks and Kathlyn Hendricks

Book “A Return to Love” by Marianne Williamson

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In this episode of the Leadership Podcast, Sylvain engages with Bernie, an expert in management and leadership, who holds the Drucker Chair in Management and Liberal Arts at the Drucker School in Claremont, California. Bernie discusses his book, "Creating the Organization of the Future," which integrates the teachings of Peter Drucker and Confucius. The conversation centers on essential organizational choices regarding mission, vision, purpose, values, and culture, emphasizing the need for adaptability and alignment. Benny highlights the importance of making clear choices, time management, calmness in leadership, and the ability to learn and adapt in a rapidly changing market environment.

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Book “The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail” by Clayton M. Christensen

Zappos Culture book

Book “Creating the Organization of the Future: Building on Drucker and Confucius Foundations” by Bernard Jaworski and Virginia Cheung

Book “The Concept of the Corporation” by Peter Drucker

Book “Deep Purpose” by Ranjay Gulati

Leadership Spark Podcast with Ranjay Gulati on his book “Deep Purpose”

Book “The Effective Executive” by Peter Drucker

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