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Challenge conventional business wisdom and explore a revolutionary approach to organizational success. In this thought-provoking session, leadership expert Steve Farber presents compelling evidence that incorporating love as a core business practice isn’t just good for people – it’s essential for profitability in today’s competitive landscape.
Despite massive investments in leadership development over the past decade, employee engagement remains stubbornly low, with nearly 75% of workers feeling disconnected from their work. Farber argues that traditional approaches have failed because they miss a fundamental truth: genuine care and appreciation for employees and customers – operationalized love – creates measurable business value.
This isn’t about superficial demonstrations of affection or feel-good platitudes – it’s about practical strategies for embedding love as a disciplined business practice throughout your organization. Drawing from his extensive consulting experience with Fortune 100 companies and entrepreneurial ventures, Farber will demonstrate how this approach drives innovation, creativity, and customer loyalty.
This transformative session reveals how love as a business practice goes far beyond simple sentiment. When properly integrated into an organization’s framework and culture, it creates an environment where employees and customers feel genuinely valued. The result is increased loyalty, innovation, and creativity among team members, which naturally translates to superior customer experiences. This authentic approach to business relationships builds not just satisfied customers but true brand advocates who drive sustainable growth.
This webinar is ideal for business leaders, executives, and managers who are ready to move beyond conventional wisdom and embrace a more human-centered approach to business success. Participants will leave with actionable insights and practical tools for implementing these principles in their organizations. They’ll understand how to create a workplace where genuine care and appreciation drive measurable business results and why love isn’t just a nice-to-have in business – it’s a strategic imperative for success in today’s competitive marketplace.
Join us to discover how operationalizing love as a core business practice can transform your organization’s culture, engage your employees, delight your customers, and drive sustainable business growth in today’s hyper-competitive world.
Steve Farber is a bestselling author, popular keynote speaker, and a seasoned leadership coach and consultant who has worked with a vast array of public and private organizations in virtually every arena.
He is the former Vice President of legendary management guru Tom Peters’ company and is the founder and CEO of The Extreme Leadership Institute – an organization devoted to helping its clients develop award-winning cultures and achieve radical results. The Institute’s team has helped over 25 companies earn a ranking on the Best Places to Work list.
Farber’s third book, Greater Than Yourself, debuted as a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller. His second book, The Radical Edge, was hailed as “a playbook for harnessing the power of the human spirit.” His first book, The Radical Leap: A Personal Lesson in Extreme Leadership, earned Fast Company Magazine’s Readers Choice Award and was named one of the 100 Best Business Books of All Time.
His fourth book, Love Is Just Damn Good Business, has been featured on Wharton radio and The World Economic Forum and was listed by Book Authority as a top business strategy book.
He also co-wrote Twisted Business: Lessons from My Life in Rock and Roll, with Jay Jay French, founder, manager, and guitarist of the iconic rock band, Twisted Sister.
Farber is a member of the exclusive Transformational Leadership Council, and he serves on the board of the Community Alliance for Youth Success, a non-profit organization co-founded by Oprah Winfrey’s life partner, Stedman Graham.
Learn more at stevefarber.com
Founded by leadership pioneer and best-selling author Steve Farber, The Extreme Leadership Institute helps organizations realize their potential by using radical culture transformation tactics rooted in passion, support, and most importantly – love. We help bright professionals grow into more productive, enthusiastic, and insightful leaders. The result? Increased engagement that transforms company cultures and supercharges profitability.
Learn more at extremeleadership.com
Training Tools for Developing Great People Skills
This event is sponsored by HRDQ. For 45 years HRDQ has provided research-based, off-the-shelf soft-skills training resources for classroom, virtual, and online training. From assessments and workshops to experiential hands-on games, HRDQ helps organizations improve performance, increase job satisfaction, and more.
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“Great speaker! Great examples given to help us understand his point of view.”
Bonita G.
Technical Training Manager
“I’m so excited to hear someone put into words what I’ve thought all along…You must love what you do to be successful. When you do, people recognize it. Giving of yourself and loving what you do makes all the difference! I love coming to work and I love being authentic in my approach to all I do. Thank you! This was a very enlightening and informative webinar.”
Lenore M.
Administrative Assistant
“This was great content and incredibly valuable learning, while also validating some of the work I already do in this way! I love it! Thank you.”
Nickie C.
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