KL168: The Science of Leadership

Jeffrey Hull, Ph.D

Best-Selling Author, Harvard Faculty, Thinkers 50 Top Global Coach 2025, member 100 Coaches, Executive Director, Institute of Coaching, CEO at Leadershift, Inc.

 

Episode Summary

What does science teach us about becoming a more effective leader? In this episode of the Keep Leading!® Podcast, host Eddie Turner sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Hull, executive coach, psychologist, and author of Flex: The Art and Science of Leadership in a Changing World.

Together, they explore how cutting-edge research in neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and adaptive leadership is transforming how we think about success in organizations today. Dr. Hull shares actionable insights on:

·       Applying the science behind leadership agility and psychological safety.

·       Leading teams through rapid change and innovation.

·       Balancing data-driven decision-making with empathy and authenticity.

·       Developing emotional intelligence to improve team engagement and performance.

Whether you’re an executive, team leader, or aspiring coach, this conversation offers science-backed strategies to help you lead with clarity, curiosity, and confidence.

Listen now to discover why leadership is both an art and a science—and how you can use proven research to Keep Leading!®

 

Bio

Jeffrey Hull is a leadership consultant, executive coach, and Executive Director of the Institute of Coaching at Harvard Medical School, where he also serves as a clinical instructor in psychology. Named one of the top fifty coaches in the world by Thinkers50 in 2024, Hull has conducted over 20,000 coaching sessions with senior leaders globally through his consultancy, Leadershift Inc. He is the author of the bestselling book "FLEX: The Art and Science of Leadership in a Changing World" and co-author of the upcoming "The Science of Leadership: Nine Ways to Expand Your Impact" (July 2025), which combines coaching practices with actionable science for everyday leaders. An adjunct professor at New York University and sought-after keynote speaker, Hull has worked with major organizations including Goldman Sachs, Yale New Haven Medical Institute, and the International Coach Federation, focusing on evidence-based leadership development and transformational coaching techniques.

 

Website

https://www.jeffreyhull.com

 

Dr. Jeff Hull’s Book

https://www.scienceofleadership.com

 

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreywhull/

 

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About the Keep Leading!® Podcast

The Keep Leading!® podcast is designed for individuals passionate about leadership. It focuses on leadership development and insights. Join your host, Eddie Turner, as he engages with accomplished leaders and influential figures from around the world about their journeys to leadership excellence. Listen as they share their leadership strategies, techniques, and insights. 

 

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