What does it take to lead at the highest levels—while staying true to who you are?
Today’s guest is Rhonda Morris, the former Chief Human Resources Officer of Chevron. Rhonda is a powerhouse—sharp, competitive, and deeply committed to helping others perform at their best. How do I know that? Because we’re friends.
Her journey started back in Oakland, California playing sports with the neighborhood kids, determined to be picked first. That same fire and relentless drive propelled her to become the first African American female corporate officer in Chevron’s 140-year history. Success at that level doesn’t come without challenges.
This is the second installment of our Modern Leadership Series. If you haven’t listened to our first episode with Matt Breitfelder, I highly recommend you go and listen to that one as well. These are conversations with the people who are helping to define Modern Leadership and what it takes to build the next generation of leaders.
Everyone who knows Rhonda knows that she leads authentically. That’s how she’s broken barriers and led at one of the largest organizations on the planet.
Check out this week’s amazing conversation with Rhonda Morris.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - The Power of Leadership and Influence
02:50 - The Role of Sports in Shaping Identity
05:57 - Defining the Chief Human Resource Officer Role
09:01 - Building a Culture of Performance
11:58 - Above the Line vs Below the Line Leadership
14:54 - The Importance of Personal Connections
18:04 - Understanding Human Resources
20:59 - Navigating Race and Gender Challenges
23:55 - Courageous Conversations in Leadership
26:43 - Exploring Neuroticism and Personal Growth
29:52 - The Pressure of Performance: Race and Gender Dynamics
31:56 - The Evolving Role of Psychology in Leadership
35:37 - Humanizing the Workforce: Lessons from COVID-19
40:57 - The Importance of Vulnerability and Connection in Leadership