Positive Leadership

In this milestone episode of the Positive Leadership Podcast, I’m joined by someone who has had a profound influence on my career and personal growth—Jeff Raikes. Jeff and I share a deep connection, having both spent significant time at Microsoft, where he became a legendary manager and mentor to me.From his early days at Microsoft in 1981 to his pivotal role as President of the Business Division, Jeff’s leadership has been integral to the company's success. Beyond his Microsoft career, Jeff is known for his extraordinary philanthropic work. As the former CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and co-founder of the Raikes Foundation with his wife Tricia, he has made a lasting impact in youth development, education, and addressing youth homelessness.In today’s conversation, we dive into the principles of leadership that have guided Jeff throughout his career and explore how his commitment to making the world a better place continues to drive his work.Tune in for an insightful discussion on leadership, giving back, and the power of making a lasting difference.Interested in other similar episodes with great positive leaders?Don’t miss my conversation with Yoshito Hori, founder of GLOBIS Corporation, GLOBIS University, and GLOBIS Capital Partners: https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/16010088-combining-purpose-and-entrepreneurship-for-japan-s-future-with-yoshito-horiOr with Kevin Scott, Microsoft's chief technology officer: https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/14764673-empowering-people-with-ai-with-kevin-scottSubscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Quand une économiste, universitaire et diplomate devient l'une des figures incontournables de la lutte contre le réchauffement climatique... C’est le parcours exceptionnel de Laurence Tubiana, pionnière de la politique environnementale mondiale et aujourd’hui Présidente de la Fondation Européenne pour le Climat, et l’une des architectes de l’Accord de Paris, un moment historique. Laurence nous dévoile d’ailleurs dans cet épisode quelques secrets qui ont permis d’aboutir à cette signature en 2015. Née à Oran en Algérie et rapatriée en France à l’âge de 11 ans, Laurence a su imposer une vision forte et engagée sur la scène internationale, avec toujours des qualités indéniables d’empathie.  Alors que la COP 29 s'ouvre en Azerbaïdjan, revenons aux racines du moment le plus marquant de l’histoire des COP, l’Accord de Paris. Plongez dans cet échange inspirant avec Laurence Tubiana dans le nouvel épisode du podcast Positive Leadership. Pour d’autres épisodes marquants, mettant en avant le parcours de personnes engagées, je vous recommande également : Devenez l'entrepreneur de votre vie (avec Hapsatou Sy) :https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/15309023-devenez-l-entrepreneur-de-votre-vie-avec-hapsatou-sy Lancer une entreprise à mission (avec Pierre Dubuc) :https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/9146427-fr-lancer-une-entreprise-a-mission-avec-pierre-dubuc-cofounder-and-ceo-openclassrooms Leading an ocean clean-up (with Boyan Slat) :https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/13329790-leading-an-ocean-clean-up-with-boyan-slat Faire en sorte que chaque jour compte (avec Matthieu Stefani) :https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/14318713-fr-faire-en-sorte-que-chaque-jour-compte-avec-matthieu-stefani Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

...What a challenge, right? In this episode of the Positive Leadership Podcast, I sit down with Yoshito Hori, one of Japan’s most visionary leaders in business and education.  As the founder of GLOBIS Corporation, GLOBIS University, and GLOBIS Capital Partners, Yoshito shares how he's pioneering a future-focused model of positive leadership.  We discuss his journey, his mission to inspire change, and his invaluable advice: believe in your own potential to drive meaningful impact.  Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! Want to hear other inspiring conversations with prominent leaders? I encourage you to listen to my episode with Bill George “Finding your True North”: https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/11276524-finding-your-true-north-with-bill-george Or my discussion with Doug Conant, former president and CEO of Campbell Soup Company and founder of ConantLeadership, about his incredible leadership journey: https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/episodes/13160043-guiding-others-towards-greatness-with-doug-conant  Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/

Quand l’idée d’un pharmacien bordelais prend vie dans les vignes avant de devenir une incroyable success story internationale… C’est la belle histoire de Mathilde Thomas, co-fondatrice de Caudalie et récemment honorée du premier prix #SKEMA Leadership Award pour son parcours exceptionnel. Plongez dans une épopée au cœur de la vigne, de la beauté et de la longévité, dans le dernier épisode du podcast Positive Leadership. Pour d’autres échanges passionnants avec d’anciens invités, je vous encourage à écouter : Devenez l'entrepreneur de votre vie (avec Hapsatou Sy) : https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/15309023-devenez-l-entrepreneur-de-votre-vie-avec-hapsatou-sy  Lancer une entreprise à mission (avec Pierre Dubuc Cofounder and CEO OpenClassrooms) : https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/9146427-fr-lancer-une-entreprise-a-mission-avec-pierre-dubuc-cofounder-and-ceo-openclassrooms  Leading an ocean clean-up (with Boyan Slat) : https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/13329790-leading-an-ocean-clean-up-with-boyan-slat Faire en sorte que chaque jour compte (avec Matthieu Stefani) : https://thepositiveleadershippodcast.buzzsprout.com/1798971/14318713-fr-faire-en-sorte-que-chaque-jour-compte-avec-matthieu-stefani  Subscribe now to JP's free monthly newsletter "Positive Leadership and You" on LinkedIn to transform your positive impact today: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/