In today’s episode, I reflect on the non-business books that have shaped how I think about leadership, humanity, and the inner life.
These are not books about tactics or performance. They are books that invite a different kind of attention — toward meaning, reciprocity, self-awareness, spiritual depth, and the long work of becoming more fully human.
Join me as I explore:
Why leaders need wisdom beyond business frameworks
How poetry, psychology, biography, and spirituality can deepen leadership
The connection between inner work and outer impact
What reciprocity can teach us about organizational life
Why the best leaders remain open to being changed
Key Takeaways:
Leadership is not only an operational challenge. It is a human one.
The books that shape us most are often the ones that unsettle us.
Inner development affects the way we build, decide, and relate.
Reading widely helps leaders see beyond performance and productivity.
A leader worth following is still becoming.
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Steven Morris, CEO of Matter Consulting is an ever-curious life-seeker, brand and culture building expert, advisor, author, and speaker.
With over 27 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has served as a trusted advisor to over 3,000 business leaders and evolved more than 250 brands and cultures, including Google, Habitat for Humanity, Samsung, and Disney.
His best-selling book, "The Beautiful Business," and his widely read Insights blog are a testament to his consulting expertise in creating unignorable, magnetic, and sustainable companies.
His diverse interests, including meditation, fine art painting, surfing, and beekeeping, infuse his work with creativity, soul, and a deep understanding of the human experience.
You can find more podcasts and join 30,000+ other brilliant and soulful readers of his weekly INSIGHTS blog at MatterCo.