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Future Ready Leadership With Jacob Morgan

Jacob Morgan
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The future of work isn't coming. It's already here — and it's moving fast. Future Ready is the podcast for leaders who want to stay ahead of AI, workplace transformation, and the forces reshaping how organizations operate and compete. Hosted by Jacob Morgan, futurist and bestselling author, this is where strategy meets reality. Every week, two formats in one feed: honest, unfiltered conversations ... more

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May 15, 2026: The Guardian documents the tech industry's accelerating purge of middle managers — and history says companies have tried this exact bet before with Jack Welch and the Reengineering movement, with disastrous long-term results. The Wall S... more

May 14, 2026: Tucker Carlson and Kevin O'Leary debated AI, energy, and jobs yesterday — and O'Leary had the right argument but made the wrong one. Today we break down what he should have said, including the real jobs data, what Jensen Huang is saying... more

May 13, 2026: Goldman Sachs President and COO John Waldron went on CNBC and publicly described his entire workforce as a "human assembly line," announcing that digital AI agents will be the firm's robots. Amazon employees are gaming internal AI usage... more

Most companies think they have an AI strategy. New data from Gartner says they're wrong — and it's costing them. In today's episode, Jacob Morgan breaks down three stories that cut through the hype and tell the real story of where AI and business sta... more

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Robin Benoit
CHRO of FM
FM (mutual insurer)
Episode: Strengthening the Talent Pipeline for the Future of Work with the CHRO of FM | Robin Benoit
Sue Davies
EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer at Markel
Markel
Episode: Why Most Companies Collapse Under Change | Sue Davies, CHRO of Markel
Lisa Coulson
Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer at Principal Financial Group
Principal Financial Group
Episode: How To Build A Massive AI Literate Workforce & Prepare For The Future of Work - Lisa Coulson, CHRO, Principal Financial Group
Kathie Patterson
Chief Human Resources Officer at Ally
Ally
Episode: Maintaining "Humanness" in a Technology & AI Driven Workplace - w/ Ally Financial CHRO Kathie Patterson
Kathy Patterson
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Ally
Ally
Episode: 80% of People Trust AI Even When It's Wrong And It's Making Them Feel Smarter
Tracy Platt
Chief Human Resources Officer at Newell Brands
Newell Brands
Episode: How Newell Brands Is Operationalizing a High-Performance Culture in the Middle of AI Disruption (CHRO Tracy Platt)
Gad Levanon
Chief Economist at Burning Glass Institute
Burning Glass Institute
Episode: The AI Liability Era Begins, Salesforce Freezes Pay, and Why 95% of Job Postings Still Don't Mention AI
Dina Powell McCormick
President and Vice Chairman at Meta
Meta
Episode: The AI Liability Era Begins, Salesforce Freezes Pay, and Why 95% of Job Postings Still Don't Mention AI
Amy Coleman
Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Microsoft's Chief People Officer Reveals the Playbook on Scaling AI Without Losing Trust

Host

Jacob Morgan
Jacob Morgan is a host, author, and futurist focused on leadership and the future of work, frequently engaging with high-profile guests who are at the forefront of transforming workplace dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 593 ratings
  • A daily micro learning

    Great insights and very practical! A must listen for anyone interested in the future of work developments (and in this ever changing world it should be everyone in HR)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iryna Tkach
    Canadaa month ago
  • Executive Director of Facilities

    I love that Jacob makes me question my assumptions and look to the future with a positive attitude.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LarsenLeadership
    United Statesa month ago
  • Looking forward to reading Jacob's latest book!

    I have been following Jacob's work for many years, his books, and his podcasts. I really enjoy the Tuesday-Thursday content that covers the top stories related to AI and much more. Plus, the guests on the Monday podcast share so much relevant and useful information.

    Thanks Jacob and looking forward to reading your latest book when I'm back from holiday.

    Ed Nottingham, PhD, PCC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EJN4
    United States2 months ago
  • Great insights

    I have been listening to Jacob for years and am looking forward to the release of his upcoming book in 2026. He always has top shelf guests on his long form podcast and his short form (20-25 minutes) daily update is a trove of insights applicable to every worker and industry. Check them out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPD63
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful

    Jacob’s podcast is a goldmine for anyone serious about leadership, growth, and long-term impact.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessicaMarx
    Philippinesa year ago

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Overall reception reflects strong support for the podcast's quality and relevance to current leadership challenges.

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How Newell Brands Is Operationalizing a High-Performance Culture in the Middle of AI Disruption (CHRO Tracy Platt)
Q: Can you share an example of how AI has changed a core HR process like performance reviews?
AI is used to prompt employees and leaders to discuss goals, values, and career interests, reducing the time required for reviews from about two hours to roughly 30 minutes, and enabling more meaningful feedback.
How Newell Brands Is Operationalizing a High-Performance Culture in the Middle of AI Disruption (CHRO Tracy Platt)
Q: How is AI literacy being integrated into everyday work at Newell Brands?
AI literacy is being embedded into workflow design and performance processes, with executives making it mandatory, and broader employee access expanding over time. The goal is to reduce friction in day-to-day tasks while building capability across the organization.
The New Rules for People Leaders in an AI-Integrated Workplace - Emily Field, Chief People Officer of LPL Financial
Q: What is the core structure of your leadership development program Empowering You?
A multi-part program with a one-and-a-half-day in-person session, ongoing learning, and reinforcement designed around Align, Empower, Reinforce to ensure leaders can plan, execute, and sustain improvements.
The New Rules for People Leaders in an AI-Integrated Workplace - Emily Field, Chief People Officer of LPL Financial
Q: Why did you move from McKinsey to a Chief People Officer role at LPL Financial?
Emily describes a long-standing interest in serving people and building the operator capability, plus a belief that she could scale impact by focusing on leadership and culture at LPL.
How Lumen Is Preparing Leaders for Humans + AI Agents (w/ EVP & CPO Ana White)
Q: How is Lumen structuring learning and training around AI—are these courses, certifications, or something else?
They've built an AI Academy accessible to all employees, with role-based trainings and certifications, plus targeted programs with Harvard and Microsoft for leaders to deepen AI knowledge.

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Focused on the evolving landscape of the workplace, this podcast provides valuable insights into the future of work, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence, leadership strategies, and workplace transformation. Each episode features in-depth discussions with influential leaders, including CEOs and CHROs, who share their experiences and strategies for navigating the challenges posed by new technologies and changing workforce dynamics. Additionally, the show offers briefings on the latest trends and developments in AI and its implications for business operations. This dual format — expert interviews coupled with daily updates — makes it suitable for professionals eager to stay informed and adapt their leadership approaches in a... more

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