Purpose: The True Driver Beyond Profit and Productivity
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Books
- "The Purpose Path: A Guide to Pursuing Your Authentic Life's Work" by Nicholas Pierce - This book is presented as a guide for individuals to find and pursue their authentic life's work.
People Mentioned
- Nicholas Pierce (Executive Coach, Professor at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Pastor) - He is the main guest on the podcast, discussing the importance of purpose in leadership and life.
- Kurt Nickisch (Host) - He is the host of the HBR On Leadership podcast and interviews Nicholas Pierce.
- James Watson (Nobel Laureate) - Mentioned as someone who expressed a view that humans are products of evolution with no inherent purpose.
- Mary Kay Ash (Founder of Mary Kay) - Mentioned as an example of a founder whose vision continues to inspire pride and a sense of purpose within her company.
Organizations & Institutions
- Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University - Nicholas Pierce is a professor at this institution.
- Mary Kay - Presented as a company that embodies a strong sense of purpose, particularly in empowering women.
Websites & Online Resources
- rovo.com - Mentioned as a platform for an AI-powered teammate to streamline workflows.
- hbr.org - The website for Harvard Business Review, where listeners can find more resources.
Other Resources
- HBR On Leadership (Podcast) - The podcast series itself, featuring conversations with business and management experts.
- Fortune 500 - Used as an example of companies that all aim for profit, highlighting the need for a unique purpose to distinguish them.