Leadership Insights for the Week of September 25
We scroll so you don’t have to. We dive deep to save you time. And we pull together the most relevant leadership podcast episodes, articles, and insights for your week. Welcome to CARE to Lead® – let’s get into this week’s insights.
This week, you’ll notice a slight shift in our format. Instead of highlighting a top tweet, we’re now focusing on sharing a podcast episode each week. Here’s why: While I maintain a presence on X (formerly Twitter) for professional reasons, I’ve chosen not to promote the platform in my content moving forward. This decision stems from a desire to align my recommendations more closely with my core values. I want to provide you with resources that resonate deeply with the principles I hold, and podcast episodes offer a rich, value-driven alternative. I hope you enjoy this new direction as much as I do!
Top LinkedIn Post
The Work From Home Free-for-All Is Coming to an End
This post is relevant based on everything we’ve been seeing and hearing. Read the full post to learn why the workday is changing yet again!
Top Podcast Episode
Podcast Episode: “Power hours: How to make the most of your working day” – Working It by Financial Times
This episode dives into the concept of “power hours” and how they can transform the way you manage your day. The hosts explore practical strategies to maximize productivity without burning out, offering insights perfect for leaders who want to make the most out of every minute. Why did we choose it? As leaders, when we can meet people where they are and access their most productive times of day, we all win!
Must-Read Article
“The Rise of the Chief Remote Officer: A New Executive Role Emerges” – Forbes
This article explores the growing trend of appointing Chief Remote Officers (CRO) in organizations, a role born from the evolving remote work landscape. As more companies adopt hybrid and fully remote models, the CRO is responsible for managing the complexities of distributed teams, company culture, and productivity—a must-read for executives navigating the future of work.
Read the full article here.
Recommended Book of the Week
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams – Matthew Walker
This compelling book sheds light on the vital role of sleep in overall health, brain function, and productivity. Walker, a renowned neuroscientist, presents groundbreaking research on how sleep affects decision-making, leadership performance, and creativity. Leaders who understand the science of sleep will be better equipped to manage their energy and lead effectively.
Editor’s Pick
5 Ways Empathy Will Affect Your Leadership
A few months ago, I had the opportunity to engage in a deep and meaningful conversation with Christy Honeycutt from AppyHere on the importance of personal branding, understanding empathy, and its significant impact in the workplace. Christy is a human-centric talent acquisition executive with over 20 years of experience. If you haven’t already, check it out!
Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhQLxBxMS00
Closing Thoughts
This week, I am excited to introduce our new podcast feature! While you may have enjoyed seeing leadership-related tweets in previous editions, this change allows us to share more profound and thoughtful content that aligns with our values and your growth as a leader.
Thank you for joining us on the journey of continuous leadership improvement. We hope these insights inspire you to lead with clarity, authenticity, responsibility, and engagement! Stay tuned for next week’s edition, packed with more valuable content to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of leadership.
