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The Lift

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Artificial Intelligence
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Chief Of Staff
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The High Line
Self-Awareness
Neurodiversity
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Bad Boss Behavior
Career Development
Squiggly Career
Emotional Intelligence
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Welcome to The Lift, the show about leadership, growth, and getting what we want. On The Lift, we pull up to see the bigger picture from accomplished leaders who know how to get things done in a rapidly changing world. Host Ben Brooks dives deep into a relevant leadership topic each episode and connects the dots to leave you with powerful distinctions that you can use as a leader.

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Here’s a scorching hot take: modern workplaces make it nearly impossible for employees to forge real connections. But according to third space culture expert Adam Tanaka, it’s not the connections themselves that are impossible – it’s the space where ... more

No one loves a genuine truth bomb more than kids – unfiltered, no social contract, no concern for how it will land.

Ginny McCormick has spent her career figuring out what that kind of radical honesty, and the play that produces it, can teach the res... more

When was the last time someone on your team told you something you didn't want to hear? If you have to think about it, you have your answer (too long ago).

Too many leaders have spent their entire careers avoiding conflict, and now they're running t... more

During World War II, the Office of Strategic Services published a manual teaching ordinary citizens how to sabotage the enemy from within. One of the tactics: hold unproductive meetings.

Nearly a century later, Dr. Rebecca Hinds is dedicating her c... more

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Ginny McCormick
Chief Experience Officer at Tony's
Tony's
Episode: From the playroom to the boardroom: What leaders can learn from children's play with tonies’ CXO Ginny McCormick
Amy Gallo
Speaker, podcast host, author of Getting Along
Author of Getting Along; Harvard Business Review contributor
Episode: Conflict at work: Amy Gallo on how to have the hard conversation you’ve been avoiding
Rebecca Hinds
Dr. Rebecca Hinds, organizational psychologist and author
Work Innovation Lab at Asana; Work AI Institute at Glean
Episode: Your best meeting ever: Why meetings are broken and how to fix them with Dr. Rebecca Hinds
Reverend Mark Fowler
Director of Programs at the Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding
Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding
Episode: Religion at work: Moving from passive tolerance to active inclusion with Rev. Mark Fowler
Marco Ziegler
Global client leader at Accenture who recently ran the Office of the CEO for Julie Sweet
Accenture
Episode: The Trust Equation: Accenture's Marco Ziegler on the four variables that turn clients into partners
Nathan Friedman
Co-President and Chief Marketing Officer of understood.org
understood.org
Episode: Neurodiversity at work: Understood.org's Nathan Friedman on what leaders get wrong about 70 million employees
Charles King
CEO and co-founder of Housing Works; clergyman, activist, and lawyer
Housing Works
Episode: Civil disobedience as a leadership strategy: Housing Works' Charles King on using every tool at your disposal to influence change
Éva Goicochea
Founder and CEO of Maude
Maude
Episode: Clarity over cool: Éva Goicochea on building maude and a category-defining brand
Margaret Andrews
Leadership development expert, founder of The MYLO Center, author
The MYLO Center
Episode: Managing Yourself First: Margaret Andrews on Self-Awareness and Leadership

Host

Ben Brooks
Host of The Lift

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great listen

    Ben is a brilliant interviewer and has a range of fascinating guests. Quick and insightful listen, have enjoyed it so far

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D1Newt
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Refreshingly Real

    I love Ben’s interview with Sachin and how refreshingly real and thoughtful both of them are as they talk about work, politics, board service, strategy, and more. Adding this as a new favorite pod to regularly listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That_LA_Sunshine
    United States3 months ago
  • Squiggly is still a path forward

    Listened in on the squiggly careers episode and felt it was relatable and insightful for those in a similar position where the career trajectory isn’t traditional or upward. It may take a different shape. Appreciated the data and insights into how to create a path in a similar environment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sangela S.
    United States3 months ago
  • A Refreshing Take on Leadership

    I have really been enjoying The Lift. The conversations are thoughtful and grounded in real leadership experiences, which makes the insights feel practical rather than theoretical. One thing that stands out is how often the guests talk about leadership as something you continue to learn and refine over time. That perspective feels both honest and encouraging. Each episode leaves me with at least one idea I can apply right away, which is exactly what I look for in a podcast like this. Looking for... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mdaly3
    United States3 months ago
  • Efficient and lifting!

    These conversations get to the point and offer practical life application, which really works for me. I got up earlier today and meditated, and got so much more done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T4310
    United States3 months ago

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The host guides conversations with thoughtful insights and hard questions, and keeps discussions entertaining.
Strong first episodes hook you with practical leadership insights and credible guests.
Listeners praise the show's fresh, non-recycled approach to leadership topics.
Episodes offer lasting takeaways you can apply at work.

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Your best meeting ever: Why meetings are broken and how to fix them with Dr. Rebecca Hinds
Q: How should organizations approach AI in meetings to avoid a tragedy of the commons?
Use AI to support the team and reduce cognitive load, not to escalate individual performance. Limit AI note takers to one, ensure the technology serves the collective outcomes, and design meeting structures that keep human interaction central while offloading repetitive tasks.
Your best meeting ever: Why meetings are broken and how to fix them with Dr. Rebecca Hinds
Q: Rebecca, what's your prescription on both the mechanics and the cultural norms around meetings?
The prescription centers on reading the book's principles, clearing meeting debt with a deliberate doomsday intervention, and treating length, attendees, agenda items, and cadence as four pillars. It also emphasizes explicit norms and a shift toward one AI note taker to maintain a single source of truth, coupled with a focus on meaningful, human-to-human engagement.
Neurodiversity at work: Understood.org's Nathan Friedman on what leaders get wrong about 70 million employees
Q: Is neurodivergence something people must be diagnosed with, or can they identify themselves as neurodivergent?
It's a fast-moving space; while some individuals have formal diagnoses, many people identify as neurodivergent based on traits and experiences, and understanding evolves as awareness grows.
Neurodiversity at work: Understood.org's Nathan Friedman on what leaders get wrong about 70 million employees
Q: How do you define neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity means brains are wired differently with a spectrum of processing styles; it's about inclusive recognition that differences in processing information are natural and can be strengths when leveraged.
The Great Debate: Chief of Staff vs. EA vs. COO with Keziah Wonstolen of Vannin Chief of Staff
Q: What should leaders consider when hiring a Chief of Staff for different company sizes or ownership structures?
Consider size, capital structure, ownership, and the specific value creation or strategic needs; the role should be tailored to the leader's priorities and the company's growth trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lift

What is The Lift about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A leadership-focused series that pairs practical strategy with personal development, featuring CEOs, professors, authors, and practitioners who explore how to lead with clarity, empathy, and impact. Episodes blend actionable frameworks—like structured decision making, over-communication, and vulnerability—with real-world stories about community engagement, mindfulness, and organizational culture. Listeners can expect takeaways they can apply immediately, whether refining leadership judgment, improving team dynamics, or expanding the impact of their work beyond the office. The show consistently highlights how leadership choices ripple through culture, operations, and communities, making it valuable for both aspiring leaders and seasoned exec... more

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2. Amy Gallo
3. Rebecca Hinds
4. Reverend Mark Fowler
5. Marco Ziegler
6. Nathan Friedman
7. Charles King
8. Éva Goicochea

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