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“Working hard for something we don't care about is called stress. Working hard for something we love is called passion.”
Simon Sinek
Simon's Weekly Podcast
Season 6 · Episode 21 · 58 min
The Hidden Cost of Always Saying Yes | A Bit of Optimism: Feelings at Work | PART 1
Season 6 · Episode 20 · 54 min
Why We Fall for the Wrong Person | Couples Therapist Dr. Harville Hendrix
Season 6 · Episode 19 · 51 min
How to Tell If Fear Is Protecting You or Holding You Back with Extreme Athlete Nelly Attar
Season 6 · Episode 18 · 52 min
Remembering Bob Chapman: The Mentor Who Changed My Life
July 13, 2026 Team Simon
People speak up when they expect curiosity instead of consequence.
July 7, 2026 Team Simon
Trust isn’t built through speeches or perfection. It’s built through small acts of sacrifice that show your team you genuinely care.
June 29, 2026 Team Simon
Teams optimize for what leaders measure. Learn how the wrong metrics damage culture, motivation, trust, and long-term performance.
