Purpose Archives - Shane Jackson

Shane Joins GPTW’s Podcast to Discuss Purpose, Clarity and Meaningful Work

In this episode of Better by Great Place To Work, Shane sits down with host Roula Amire to discuss how purpose shapes how we live, lead, and build organizations people want to join — and stay with. Drawing on research from Great Place To Work and real-world leadership experience as president of Jackson Healthcare, an organization consistently recognized by Fortune®, PEOPLE® and, of course, Great Place To Work for its purpose-driven culture — Shane shares practical insights leaders can apply right away. Listen in to learn: Why meaningful…

How to Create Effective Lifestyle Shifts This Year

Posted on January 5, 2026

Connection Is Far More Than a Soft Metric—It’s a Lifeline in Healthcare

Posted on May 13, 2025

We are living through one of the most complex periods in the history of modern healthcare. The challenges are well documented—burnout, workforce shortages, financial pressures, and more. But if you ask clinicians and healthcare leaders what they’re feeling underneath all that complexity, you’ll hear something deeply human: Disconnection. Disconnection from mission. From patients. From colleagues. And sometimes, from themselves. I’ve…

Shane Joins The Conscious Capitalists Podcast EP #98

Posted on April 4, 2025

Shane joins Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia on The Conscious Capitalists podcast for a thoughtful conversation about purpose and its impact on leadership and business success. In the conversation below, Shane explores how purpose isn’t just an idea—it’s a powerful force in leadership. When personal values align with leadership, the impact extends far beyond business, shaping people, cultures and communities.…

Exploring the Role of Purpose in Company Culture and Personal Fulfillment

Posted on January 16, 2025

Learn to Trust Yourself: How Small Actions Lead to Big Change

Posted on January 16, 2025

Listen In: Shane Jackson Discusses The Power of Purposeful Leadership

Posted on January 10, 2025

Shane chats with Tino Mantella, chief strategy officer at Relevantz, in Episode 7 of the Leading with Relevance podcast. Listen in as they discuss how mentorship can shape your career, the importance of active listening in leadership, and strategies for making a positive difference while driving business success. Intro – Shane: If you’re a leader, if you’re waiting until you’re retired,…

Reflections on My Grandparents’ Legacy of Love and Resilience

Posted on October 10, 2024

In September, I was a pallbearer at my grandfather’s funeral. He was 93 years old, healthy and mentally sharp up until about two weeks before he passed away. Five days later, on a Sunday, we attended a big party to celebrate the 100th birthday of my wife’s grandmother. She is healthy, sharp and as wonderful as ever. My grandfather was…

Squelching the “Sunday Scaries”

Posted on August 8, 2023

This article was originally published by Fast Company here. My wife and I have a tradition that dates back the entirety of our marriage. Nearly every Sunday night, we settle down to watch a movie together. We also occasionally watch shows on Friday or Saturday nights, but Sunday has a unique significance. Our Sunday night movie tradition started while my…

Three Questions to Ask Before Making Your To-Do List

Posted on March 28, 2023

This article was originally published by Fast Company here. I have a few close people in my life who are older and much wiser than me. I love speaking with them and picking up perspectives and insights. Recently, I was in a meeting with one of them, and he used a term I hadn’t heard before as he spoke about…