Transforming toxic management with Marcel Schwantes
Marcel Schwantes is a speaker, author, acclaimed executive coach, and an Inc. Magazine Contributing Editor with a global following. He is the author of Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss. Marcel delivers presentations, workshops, courses, and coaching programs about the human side of business and how cultures of care, connection, and belonging power companies to thrive and outperform the competition. Marcel hosts the popular "Love in Action" podcast, heard in over 160 countries.

HOST
Matt Poepsel, PhD
Vice President & Godfather of Talent Optimization

GUEST
Marcel Schwantes
Speaker, Author, Acclaimed Executive Coach
In this conversation, Marcel Schwantes discusses the profound effects of toxic management on personal health and workplace dynamics. He emphasizes the need for humane leadership characterized by empathy, kindness, humility, advocacy, and trust. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding love in leadership and how it can transform organizational culture. Marcel shares insights from his experiences and research, advocating for a shift from transactional to relational leadership practices that prioritize employee well-being and engagement.
Additional Resources:
Marcel Schwantes is a speaker, author, acclaimed executive coach, and an Inc. Magazine Contributing Editor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelschwantes
Follow Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpoepsel/
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Key Takeaways:
- Toxic management can lead to severe health issues.
- Empathy in leadership fosters trust and connection.
- Organizations often view employees as mere functions.
- Leadership must evolve to meet the needs of modern workers.
- Love in leadership is about actionable care for others.