“Leadership isn’t about being above anyone—it’s about moving people forward.”
In this episode of Business Is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the widespread burnout among managers and the outdated leadership models that are failing today’s workforce. With the traditional top-down structure continuing to crumble, Rebecca challenges the notion of control-based management and advocates for a shift toward connection-driven leadership.
She unpacks why millennial and Gen Z professionals are rejecting leadership roles, the fundamental flaws in our work systems, and how businesses can embrace the Age of Humanity. From redefining leadership to fostering intrinsic motivation, Rebecca lays out a vision for a healthier, more sustainable workplace where employees thrive rather than just survive.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Things to listen for:
(00:00) Intro
(00:44) The reality of manager burnout
(02:53) Why leadership training won’t fix a broken system
(04:20) The shift from control to connection
(09:30) Rethinking leadership in the Age of Humanity
(14:29) The importance of autonomy, mastery, and purpose
(18:20) The power of knowing your worth at work
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