WORK! Episode 5 Now Available

In the latest episode of “WORK! Exploring the future of work, labor and employment,” Cornell ILR Dean Alex Colvin and best-selling author Jon Gordon ’93 discuss the changing culture of today’s workplace. The duo examines the characteristics common in great leaders, the traits shared by successful teams, and how individuals can influence co-workers.

Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 20 books including multiple best-sellers: The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, You Win in the Locker Room First, The Power of Positive Leadership and The Power of a Positive Team. 

Gordon graduated from Cornell in 1993 where he was a three-year letter winner with the Big Red men’s lacrosse team. His book, The Hard Hat, is based on the true story of George Boiardi ‘04, who lost his life after being struck in the chest with a lacrosse ball on March 17, 2004, in a game vs. Binghamton. 

The podcast is available on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher and other platforms. Visit http://work.ilr.cornell.edu for options.