Waving the Magic Wand: 14 Leaders Reimagine More Human Organizations

Episode notes

In this special episode of Humanity at Scale, Bruce Temkin brings together the voices of 14 past guests, each answering the same powerful question: If you could wave a magic wand, what would you change to make organizations more humanity-centric? From rethinking leadership structures to elevating empathy, their answers reveal four core values that can redefine how we lead. It’s a fast-moving, thought-provoking journey through bold ideas, personal insights, and a shared vision for more human organizations. Tune in as Bruce and his guests explore: Faisal Hoque on why the greatest leadership skill might be learning to pause. Kurt Gray on the power of inserting a moment of reflection before reacting. Lisa Kay Solomon on empathy as the foundation for designing better futures. Katherine Elkins on helping people find meaning and value in their work. Liz Wiseman on tearing up job descriptions to unlock hidden talent. Conny Kalcher on breaking silos and creating agile, squad-like teams. Kamales Lardi on why leadership must be measured by values, not just profit. Renee Cacchillo on why putting people first will always pay off.