#096 – It Starts With Joy: Why Human-Centered Leadership Is the Future of Work with (Sheryl Raphael Whitaker)
Leadership expert and author Sheryl Raphael Whitaker joins Tim Borys to explore a topic rarely discussed in executive circles: joy. Drawing on more than 30 years of leadership experience, Sheryl explains why joy is not a soft concept but a strategic leadership advantage that drives engagement, trust, innovation, and performance.
The conversation examines the hidden costs of fear-based leadership, the growing challenge of burnout and disengagement, and why the future of work requires leaders to become more human—not less. From leadership transformation and organizational culture to AI and sustainable performance, this episode offers practical insights for leaders seeking to build healthier teams and stronger businesses.
This conversation challenges outdated ideas about productivity and offers a new perspective on what it means to build workplaces where people and businesses can thrive.