Kevin Asbjörnson, Founder of The Institute of Inspired Leadership™, was delighted to participate in a recent podcast discussion with John Marshall—Founder of Humessence, a leading training, coaching, and culture enablement consulting firm—and Podcast Host of The Present Professional, the leading podcast for Human-Centered Leaders.
In the interview, Asbjörnson highlighted the significant differences between the 20th century model of hierarchical leadership and a more evolved, human-centric 21st century model of Inspired Leadership.
The Present Professional Podcast is the go-to leadership podcast for human-centered leaders seeking real change—with every episode packed with actionable insights, thought-provoking questions, and grounded practices you can immediately apply in both life and work. Whether you’re a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or a curious professional committed to personal development, subscribing to The Present Professional ensures you’ll never miss a moment of inspiration.
“Our show blends ancient wisdom with modern psychology, offering a unique perspective on resilience, emotional intelligence, team dynamics, and conscious leadership. We know today’s leaders don’t need more theory; they need clarity, connection, and tools that work in the real world. That’s why our episodes are built to meet you where you are and guide you toward the next best version of yourself,” said Marshall.
According to Asbjörnson, the blind spot of 20th Century Leadership is the assumption that leadership has the right answers—while the wisdom of 21st Century Leadership understands that effective leaders ask the right questions and encourage others to do the same. This theory can be summed up in a simple, one-line theme: “Leaders Inspire People; People Motivate Themselves.”
This timely and compelling Present Professional Podcast is especially relevant for managers, leaders and executive coaches and may be heard on the following Podcast platforms:
The PresentProfessional on Humessence · Spotify· Apple Podcasts · Amazon Music
For additional information on The Institute of InspiredLeadership, please visit TheInstitute of Inspired LeadershipTM
For additional information on John Marshall, please visit John Marshall’s profile at Humessence.