The Future of Work Starts by Leading with Humanity

"If you don't have sympathy or empathy, you're not seeing the world of business through the lens of humans.”

In this Future of Work episode, host Rebecca discusses the key role of humility in leadership.

Rebecca explores the differences between a leader’s pride, arrogance, and even narcissism—all contrasted against the humble leader. Rebecca gets personal, sharing her own transition from a 20-year career to building her own path, and how this reflects on one's identity beyond traditional achievements.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Move away from defining your worth by your job title and achievements and reflect on who you are beyond your professional identity
2. Be a leader who listens, reflects, and values the unique perspectives of every team member to help foster collaboration and respect within your organization
3. Shift the focus from traditional business metrics to a more human-centric approach and create a business culture where every person's unique value is recognized

Things to listen for:

[06:25] Leaders need support for innovation and creativity

[08:34] Actively seek humble leadership

[14:00] The lack of empathy and confidence leads to insecurity

[17:39] Transition from achievement to a service-based identity

[19:18] Business is driven by authenticity and serving others

[22:38] Leaders must transition from pride to humility

Connect with Rebecca:

https://linktr.ee/rebeccafleetwoodhessionauthor

What is Business is Human?

We need a new definition of success—one that harmonizes meaning and money.

Imagine diving into your workday with renewed energy, leaving behind the exhaustion or dread of a monotonous grind.

Traditional beliefs about success and the root cause of burnout are the same:
Prove yourself.
Work harder.
Take care of the business, and it will take care of you.

We’re recycling the mindset and practices that keep us stuck. Our souls need a jumpstart into The Age of Humanity.

Tune in for a new way of working that honors our nervous system and the bottom line, using knowledge of the brain, the Bible, and business. We’ll discuss timeless truths that amplify growth, ignite change, and reshape the world of work. No corporate speak or business BS. Let’s get to the heart of a rewarding career and profitable growth.

We speak human about business.

What’s in it for You?

Value, Relevance, and Impact (VRI): No, it's not a new tech gadget—it's your ticket to making your work genuinely matter to you and your company.

Human-Centric Insights: We prioritize people over profits without sacrificing the bottom line. Think less "cog in the machine" and more "humans helping humans."

I'm your host, Rebecca Fleetwood Hesson, your thrive guide leading you into the new Age of Humanity. I’ve navigated the highs and lows of business and life, from achieving over $40 million in sales, teaching thousands of people around the world about leadership, trust, execution, and productivity to facing burnout, divorce, raising a couple of great humans (one with ADHD), and navigating the uncertainty of starting a business.

I’m committed to igniting change in the world by jumpstarting business into profitable growth with the timeless truths of our humanity.

Sound crazy? It’s only crazy until it works.

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