Robert Glazer, Founder &Chairman of Acceleration Partners
- He attended a transformative global leadership program
- Realized the importance of authentic, values-driven decision-making
Podcast
Overview
In this episode, Ashutosh Garg interviews Robert Glazer, award-winning author and leadership expert, focusing on his new book, “The Compass Within.” Robert shares how personal values shape authentic leadership, business decisions, and personal satisfaction.
00:01:07- What led Robert Glazer to value-driven leadership?
- He attended a transformative global leadership program
- Realized the importance of authentic, values-driven decision-making
- Developed a curriculum and course to help others discover their values
00:02:46- What personal challenges did Robert face and how did values help?
- Navigated tough business decisions during rapid growth
- Implemented ‘respectful authenticity’ as a cultural value, challenging norms (e.g., the ‘two weeks’ notice’ process)
00:05:10- Why is “The Compass Within” different from other books on values?
- Written as a parable featuring relatable characters
- It turns abstract values into actionable steps
- Makes self-discovery engaging and practical
00:09:00- How do values impact happiness and engagement—what’s the science?
- Studies show a 50% increase in employee engagement when values align
- 30% higher personal life satisfaction linked to living by one’s values
- Organizations with clear values see triple the employee trust
00:10:32- What are the “big three” life decisions shaped by values?
- Vocation, partner, and community
- Long-term success depends on alignment across these key areas
00:12:21- How do you start discovering your values?
- Begin with six reflection questions to surface personal themes
- Identify patterns to make values more actionable
RESOURCES:
Learn more about Robert Glazer: LinkedIn
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- Why knowing your personal core values can be a game-changer for your life, career, and relationships
- How misalignment with values affects your happiness and professional engagement
- Science-backed statistics on the power of values in the workplace
- Robert’s personal approach to leadership and culture-building, and the story behind “The Compass Within”
- Practical frameworks and tools to uncover your own values and improve decision-making
