Executives who prioritize shareholders over employees are like coaches who put the desires of fair weather fans before the needs of the players on the team. Video from Autodesk One Team Conference, March 2026, in conversation with CRO Andy Elder
When those in charge give resources and guidance to those not in charge, then step back and let them take responsibility, that's leadership. Video from LeanScaper Revenue Intensive, January 2026, in c
If you're looking for a sign to try that new thing you've been putting off, this is it. Take a cue from Rob Lowe and say, "You know what... screw it," then see what happens. You may surprise yourself.
Companies with a WHY see money as the fuel to advance their Cause. Those with no WHY see money as the purpose and treat people like a disposable commodity. Video from Globo, November 2025, in conversa
Say "cheese" and you get a smile. Say "prune" and you get cheekbones. A Bit of Optimism is taking a brief hiatus, and we'll be back with brand-new episodes in a few weeks. Until then, we're revisiting
Strong relationships are based on trust and communication. But if there is no communication, there can be no trust. Video from SHRM26 (June 2026) in conversation with BambooHR CEO Bradley Rencher
Step 1: Those in charge give resources and guidance to those not in charge. Step 2: Those in charge then let go to allow those not in charge to take responsibility. That's leadership. Video from LeanS
Mature companies fail because they forget why they were built. Video from Globo, November 2025, in conversation with journalist Rodrigo Carvalho
We have to have courage to see the Infinite Game—to see the purpose of business as something more than simply making money. Video from Nordic Business Forum (Helsinki) 2025, in conversation with Maddy
"I'm an anxious person." "I'm an avoidant." "I'm just bad at this." Listen to how you describe yourself for a day. Then count how many of those start with "I am." As a psychotherapist, Amy Morin tells
As Herb Kelleher once said, "You don't hire for skills, you hire for attitude. You can always teach skills." Video from SHRM26 (June 2026) in conversation with BambooHR CEO Bradley Rencher + + + Simon
We're told to stop worrying, but nobody ever tells us when to start. Amy Morin is a psychotherapist and the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do. Her favorite exercise with clients star
