Episode description

Leadership learning is perhaps the most prestitigious and well-funded of training staples. In a changing world, it has become democratized in recent years, and now embraces a more progressive (some would say liberal) agenda. Nevertheless it faces criticism from academics in highly respected institutions, who question its value.

In this wide-ranging discussion about the current state of leadership learning, John talks to Gustaf Nordbäck, CEO of Headspring Executive Development, a joint venture between the Financial Times and IE Business School. Under Gustaf’s direction Headspring has become a top provider of leadership solutions for clients around the world. How does he answer leadership's critics – and what is the future for leadership learning, in a world where decision-making becomes increasingly delegated to AI?

NB: We apologise for the crackles on John's mic during the interview, and hope these technical shortcomings do not detract too badly from your enjoyment.

• 0:00 - Intro
• 3:13 - Leading Headspring
• 9:16 - Vision for leadership in the 21st Century
• 17:27 - How diverse is Leadership Learning?
• 24:35 - Differences in leadership styles
• 28:19 - Answering critics
• 35:47 - Digital Technology in course delivery
• 40:23 - AI in Leadership

Follow Gustaf:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gustaf-nordback Headspring
• Website: https://www.headspringexecutive.com/
• Email: gnordback@gmail.com

Contact John Helmer:

• Twitter: @johnhelmer
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhelmer/
• Website: https://learninghackpodcast.com/
• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LearningHack

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