“Leading with hope” with Yael Shur and Dr. Tomer Bakalash

Hope. It's not the first word that comes to mind when we talk about leadership in times of uncertainty, but maybe it should be.

In this episode of Guided Disruption in the Workplace, Yael Shur welcomes social psychologist and neuromarketing expert Dr. Tomer Bakalash to unpack the role of hope in modern leadership. With decades of experience helping global organizations understand human behavior, Dr. Bakalash explains how hope is not just a feeling, but a powerful skill leaders can develop, model, and embed into culture.

• What “leading with hope” really means
• Why hope is different from optimism - and more effective
• Practical ways to train your “hope muscle”
• How to build cultures of psychological safety in uncertain times
• The role of hope in navigating disruption, including GenAI

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this conversation will reframe how you lead in times of change.

Tune in and discover how to harness the strength of hope, right when it matters most.

Learn more about Dr. Tomer Bakalash

Learn more about Yael Shur

This podcast is produced by Quill.