What does it take to lead teams and organizations into the future? In this insightful conversation, I speak with Zoë Routh, leadership futurist, award-winning author, and podcaster, about her book People Stuff: Beyond Personality Problems and her unique approach to building collaborative, future-focused leadership. Zoë shares how understanding team dynamics, creating robust systems, and cultivating emotional intelligence can transform workplace cultures and drive collective success.

We explore:

• The inspiration behind People Stuff and why systems matter more than personality clashes in teams.
• How leaders can bridge the gap between strategy and culture to foster better collaboration.
• Practical ways to develop emotional intelligence, tackle difficult conversations, and build psychologically safe environments.
• Zoë’s transition from nonfiction to sci-fi fiction writing and how storytelling influences her work as a leadership futurist.
• Lessons from her Gaia Enterprises book series and its futuristic take on leadership challenges.

Zoë’s wisdom and actionable advice offer a roadmap for leaders looking to inspire change and navigate the complexities of the modern workplace.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Explore Zoë’s books, including People Stuff and her sci-fi series, The Olympus Project: https://amzn.to/4jnaPcz (affiliate link)
• Connect with Zoë and access free leadership resources: zoerouth.com.
• Follow Zoë on LinkedIn: Zoë Routh LinkedIn.
• Check out Zoë’s podcast, The Future of Leadership: Available on all major podcast platforms.

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