Join Zoë Routh in this exciting episode of the Future of Leadership as she explores how much failure we can handle and introduces a groundbreaking agricultural innovation called Electro Agriculture. Zoë discusses the importance of leading with compassion and reflects on the societal issues of homelessness and mental health.

The highlight of the episode is an inspiring interview with John Graham, founder of the Good Samaritan Home, who shares his compelling story of going from homeless to business owner. Learn about his impactful work in providing second chances and the importance of mercy in leadership. Lastly, Zoë recommends John’s award-winning novel, 'Running as Fast as I Can,' a tale of survival, forgiveness, and hope. Tune in for an inspiring journey through leadership, compassion, and innovation!

SHOWNOTES are here.

Key Quotes:

• "It takes a lot of courage to look down the ladder as opposed to looking up the ladder at where we could go." - John Graham

• "What if we could live based on compassion? What if we led with compassion at the heart of our approach?" - John Graham

• "The solution isn't just a quick fix; it's about tending to our societal issues with compassion and systemic change." - Zoë Routh

Questions Asked:

• How much failure can you handle?

• What does a compassionate response look like?

• What made you think about helping those worse off than you?

Take Action:

• Reflect on their capacity for compassion in daily interactions.

• Support local agencies that assist homeless individuals.

• Consider how they can lead with mercy in their own leadership roles.

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Key Moments (timestamp):

00:00 Welcome to 2025: The Future of Leadership

00:23 Handling Failure: A Key to Success

00:38 Breakthrough in Agriculture: Electro Agriculture

02:54 Living with Compassion: A Personal Reflection

05:21 Interview with John Graham: From Homeless to Business Owner

06:30 John Graham's Journey: Overcoming Adversity

09:15 The Good Samaritan Home: A Beacon of Hope

23:56 Writing a Novel: The Story of Second Chances

35:24 Leadership Insights: Power, Mercy, and New Projects

39:30 Conclusion: Live with Grace, Lead in Service