What does it take to lead with character in today’s complex world?

In this inspiring episode, Scott speaks with Professor Edward Brooks, Executive Director of the Oxford Character Project and Associate Professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Oxford. Ed is one of the world’s leading voices in character-based leadership development, and his work is transforming how we think about education, ethics, and human flourishing.

Together, Scott and Ed explore:

What it means to be a flourishing leaderThe founding mission of the Oxford Character ProjectThe role of character in responsible leadership and organizational cultureLessons from a major mixed-methods study on leadership in finance, law, and techThe distinction between values-based and virtue-based organizationsThe Seven Strategies for Cultivating Virtue in Higher EducationThe new Framework for Flourishing in the University, co-developed with Professor Tom HarrisonThe importance of holistic character development in shaping future leadersThe Arts of Leading with Professor Michael Lamb and the launch of Oxford’s new executive course in leadership and the liberal artsThis episode is a masterclass in leadership grounded in wisdom, research, and the humanities. Whether you're in education, business, or simply passionate about personal growth, this conversation offers a powerful vision for what leadership can—and should—be in the 21st century.

🎧 Tune in and be inspired to lead with integrity, humility, and hope.

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Erscheinungs­datum: 5.8.2025, 11:00:00