The best leaders aren’t just great decision-makers—they build cultures. So what does it actually take to create a thriving, high-performance culture?
Today’s guest, Matt Breitfelder, is one of the most influential leadership architects in modern business. As Partner and Head of Human Capital at Apollo — one of the world’s leading asset management companies — he’s charged with attracting some of the world’s top talent and creating a high performance culture that brings out the best in his teams.
This episode with Matt is the first episode in a series of conversations we’ve been having with global leaders in Human Resources. They are at the forefront of helping define Modern Leadership and what it takes to attract, retain, and build the next generation of leaders. This is a complex challenge as leaders grapple with the turbulent transformations reshaping today’s workforce. From the shift to—and from—hybrid work to the integration of emerging technologies, like AI, these conversations highlight the leadership capabilities that will help teams thrive in the modern workplace.
We had the opportunity to sit down with Matt recently when we were in New York. During our conversation, we explored what separates great leaders from the rest, how strengths-based leadership unlocks potential, why the best organizations build cultures of trust and challenge, and many other gems of leadership and talent wisdom.
You won’t want to miss this incredible conversation with Matt Breitfelder.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - The Power of Empathy in Leadership
01:31 - Matt Breitfelder's Journey and Influences
05:11 - The Role of a Modern CHRO
10:46 - Unlocking Human Potential in Organizations
16:06 - The Balance of Empathy and Analytical Thinking
21:25 - Commitment to Growth and Learning
26:12 - Strengths-Based Leadership and Team Dynamics
31:10 - Building an Ecosystem of Collaboration
36:03 - The Role of Care in Team Dynamics
41:50 - Harnessing Psychological Skills for Team Success
47:39 - The Modern Leader's Approach to Change
49:57 - The Future of Work and AI Integration
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