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JM Nickels: Why conscious leaders beat optics-first managers

Through self-aware presence, an honest objective function, and first-principles vision; Uber, Waymo, DoorDash veteran treats fear, sadness, anger, joy as data.

JM NickelsguestLenny Rachitskyhost
Oct 6, 20241h 18mWatch on YouTube ↗

CHAPTERS

  1. 0:00 – 2:02

    Introduction to JM

  2. 2:02 – 3:41

    Conscious leadership explained

  3. 3:41 – 7:34

    The power of soft skills

  4. 7:34 – 12:41

    Navigating Uber’s evolution

  5. 12:41 – 21:46

    Embracing emotions and inner work

  6. 21:46 – 41:16

    Crafting strategy and vision

  7. 41:16 – 46:13

    Balancing vision and execution

  8. 46:13 – 52:32

    Lessons from DoorDash, Uber, and Waymo

  9. 52:32 – 55:18

    The future of autonomous ride-hailing

  10. 55:18 – 59:47

    Contrarian corner: Embracing emotions in the workplace

  11. 59:47 – 1:04:45

    Keys to a fulfilling life

  12. 1:04:45 – 1:07:29

    Taking responsibility and agency

  13. 1:07:29 – 1:18:05

    Lightning round and final thoughts

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