In episode 41, we welcome behavioral scientist, psychologist, and futurist Aaron McEwan. Aaron discusses how the pandemic has fundamentally reshaped our relationship with work, marking a pivotal moment that underscores the importance of empathy and human-centered leadership within organisations. 

Aaron and I discuss:

1. The tension between organisational demands and the qualities of great human-centred leadership
2. The role of empathy in leadership
3. What AI really means for the future of work 

Annette Sloan and I sum-up the three biggest takeaways from my conversation with Aaron, and we answer a listener's question from Helen who wants to know what to do about her narcissistic boss.

Tune in to learn how to navigate craft human-centred organisations, cultures, and leadership in the workplace.

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About Guest

Aaron McEwan is a behavioral scientist, psychologist, and futurist, and was recently named a Top 100 Global HR Influencer and one of five HR Leaders to Follow in 2022.  As VP, Research & Advisory for Gartner’s HR Practice, Aaron provides strategic advice to the world’s leading companies on the future of work and talent, and helps leaders execute critical business objectives through the application of evidence-based HR and talent management practices and manage their most critical relationships across the C-suite and Board. He believes that great ideas, backed by rigorous science, have the power to unlock the potential of individuals, organisations, and the world.  

Six Pillars - we also feature the excellent work from Brian Comly in this episode also, check out the article mentioned here