What does it look like when a business leads with heart, not just strategy? For Norman Wolfe, it starts with seeing organizations as living, breathing entities — not just systems to control. In this episode, the founder of Quantum Leaders, Inc. and creator of The Living Organization® framework offers a refreshing take on leadership that puts people and purpose first.
Listen to this episode to learn about...
> > [1:10] The Living Organization® framework and why organizations should be treated as living beings
> > [18:08] The "strategic compass," consisting of purpose, impact, mission, and character
> > [21:06] The “learning paradox," and the importance of being open to failure
Norman challenges the conventional command-and-control model, showing why today’s most effective leaders don’t just manage — they inspire. Drawing from decades of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and startups alike, he explains how setting context, fostering community, and embracing human potential unlocks real growth.
You’ll learn why seeing your organization as a “person” changes everything, how to use a “strategic compass” to guide your leadership decisions, and why failure is a launchpad for innovation.
LEARN MORE:
> > Quantum Leaders, Inc. (https://quantumleaders.com)
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> > Listen to the bonus episode to hear Norman’s advice to his younger self, and the surprising mindset shift that can accelerate your personal and professional growth (https://members.nsls.org/audio/norman-wolfe)
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