In this special holiday episode, host Rebecca Dhrimaj reflects on the powerful conversations she had in 2025 with Bob Chapman, chairman of Barry-Wehmiller, and Bob Quinn, professor emeritus at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, to explore what human-centric leadership truly looks like in times of change and uncertainty. Rooted in empathy, courage, and authenticity, the discussion underscores how strong corporate culture, community, and workplace well-being are essential to building resilience and sustaining meaningful success. The conversation also offers a special glimpse into an upcoming 2026 episode featuring Zach Mercurio, diving into the power of mattering and significance and why helping people feel seen, valued, and needed may be one of the most important leadership responsibilities of all.

For more on Bob Chapman, revisit Truly Human Leadership (Eps. 40) and Courageous Patience and a Safe Bus (Eps. 41).

For more on Bob Quinn, revisit Deep Change (Eps. 53) and Inspiring Change with Empathy (Eps. 54).