Dan Pontefract
@danpontefract.com
Award-winning 5-times author | leadership & culture strategist | keynote speaker | 4-time TEDx | Thinkers50 Radar | wristwatch hater 🇨🇦
I am not a Simon Sinek fan. He likely has no idea who I am. That's 100% okay. But, over the years, I have internally and silently kept to myself about his "thought leadership." Today, I decided not to be so silent. TL;DR - I don't agree most times.
July 18, 2025 at 1:08 AM
I am not a Simon Sinek fan. He likely has no idea who I am. That's 100% okay. But, over the years, I have internally and silently kept to myself about his "thought leadership." Today, I decided not to be so silent. TL;DR - I don't agree most times.
Dear BBC,
Given it’s the G7 Summit, could you do us a favour?
On your app and web platform, could you create a dedicated subsection for Canada not dissimilar to what you have for the UK and Australia?
We’d be so appreciative.
Sincerely,
Canada 🇨🇦
Given it’s the G7 Summit, could you do us a favour?
On your app and web platform, could you create a dedicated subsection for Canada not dissimilar to what you have for the UK and Australia?
We’d be so appreciative.
Sincerely,
Canada 🇨🇦
June 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Dear BBC,
Given it’s the G7 Summit, could you do us a favour?
On your app and web platform, could you create a dedicated subsection for Canada not dissimilar to what you have for the UK and Australia?
We’d be so appreciative.
Sincerely,
Canada 🇨🇦
Given it’s the G7 Summit, could you do us a favour?
On your app and web platform, could you create a dedicated subsection for Canada not dissimilar to what you have for the UK and Australia?
We’d be so appreciative.
Sincerely,
Canada 🇨🇦
In 2016, when Microsoft launched its chatbot Tay on Twitter, it was taken offline after about 24 hours, primarily due to... wait for it... denying the Holocaust.
My, how times have changed at Twitter, where a bug has evolved into a feature.
My, how times have changed at Twitter, where a bug has evolved into a feature.
May 18, 2025 at 5:39 PM
In 2016, when Microsoft launched its chatbot Tay on Twitter, it was taken offline after about 24 hours, primarily due to... wait for it... denying the Holocaust.
My, how times have changed at Twitter, where a bug has evolved into a feature.
My, how times have changed at Twitter, where a bug has evolved into a feature.
Important new book from Faisal Hoque: "Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI." Check out these:
🔗⃗ Forbes Column: www.forbes.com/sites/danpon...
🔗⃗ Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a...
🔗⃗ Spotify Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/1lPg...
🔗⃗ YouTube Video: youtu.be/B3Tx7LJ9eRM
🔗⃗ Forbes Column: www.forbes.com/sites/danpon...
🔗⃗ Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a...
🔗⃗ Spotify Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/1lPg...
🔗⃗ YouTube Video: youtu.be/B3Tx7LJ9eRM
April 7, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Important new book from Faisal Hoque: "Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI." Check out these:
🔗⃗ Forbes Column: www.forbes.com/sites/danpon...
🔗⃗ Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a...
🔗⃗ Spotify Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/1lPg...
🔗⃗ YouTube Video: youtu.be/B3Tx7LJ9eRM
🔗⃗ Forbes Column: www.forbes.com/sites/danpon...
🔗⃗ Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a...
🔗⃗ Spotify Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/1lPg...
🔗⃗ YouTube Video: youtu.be/B3Tx7LJ9eRM
In 1961, JFK travelled to Canada, spoke in the House of Commons, and basically said, "Canada, you are awesome. Let's always be friends.” #leadership
March 29, 2025 at 10:30 PM
In 1961, JFK travelled to Canada, spoke in the House of Commons, and basically said, "Canada, you are awesome. Let's always be friends.” #leadership
A few World Happiness Report observations:
1) Costa Rica - woah!
2) Consistency defined in Finland, Denmark & Iceland
3) US of A(n) Unhappiness
1) Costa Rica - woah!
2) Consistency defined in Finland, Denmark & Iceland
3) US of A(n) Unhappiness
March 20, 2025 at 7:08 AM
A few World Happiness Report observations:
1) Costa Rica - woah!
2) Consistency defined in Finland, Denmark & Iceland
3) US of A(n) Unhappiness
1) Costa Rica - woah!
2) Consistency defined in Finland, Denmark & Iceland
3) US of A(n) Unhappiness
When I read Zeihan's alarming book, I couldn't put it down. Mostly because I thought it was a fictional spy novel. It wasn't. It was rather prescient, sad as it is to say. Of his many predictions, Zeihan was correct—that the U.S. would abandon the role of global 'free world' leader.
March 1, 2025 at 12:21 AM
When I read Zeihan's alarming book, I couldn't put it down. Mostly because I thought it was a fictional spy novel. It wasn't. It was rather prescient, sad as it is to say. Of his many predictions, Zeihan was correct—that the U.S. would abandon the role of global 'free world' leader.
Can’t tell you how good it feels to be Tesla free.
February 20, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Can’t tell you how good it feels to be Tesla free.
Olympian Melissa Humana-Paredes said: “Winning at all costs is a terrible strategy.” I agree.
If leaders “win at all costs” they myopically focus on the goal & disregard people’s emotions to achieve the "win."
The cost of winning lies in investing in the well-being of others.
Photo by Luke Hales
If leaders “win at all costs” they myopically focus on the goal & disregard people’s emotions to achieve the "win."
The cost of winning lies in investing in the well-being of others.
Photo by Luke Hales
January 23, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Olympian Melissa Humana-Paredes said: “Winning at all costs is a terrible strategy.” I agree.
If leaders “win at all costs” they myopically focus on the goal & disregard people’s emotions to achieve the "win."
The cost of winning lies in investing in the well-being of others.
Photo by Luke Hales
If leaders “win at all costs” they myopically focus on the goal & disregard people’s emotions to achieve the "win."
The cost of winning lies in investing in the well-being of others.
Photo by Luke Hales
My podcast, "Leadership NOW," is in its 4th season. I chat with people from around the planet on issues related to leadership and organizational culture. Available wherever you get your podcasts. #podcast PS. Apple Podcast direct link: podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast/l...
January 15, 2025 at 5:36 AM
My podcast, "Leadership NOW," is in its 4th season. I chat with people from around the planet on issues related to leadership and organizational culture. Available wherever you get your podcasts. #podcast PS. Apple Podcast direct link: podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast/l...
Looks a bit like Twitter 2010, which gives me all the feels. Skircle.me
January 8, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Looks a bit like Twitter 2010, which gives me all the feels. Skircle.me
Very sad day. The great Charles Handy has passed. The social philosopher was so kind to me—and anyone he was in the company of. A truly remarkable thinker and human being. Thank you, Charles. ❤️
December 14, 2024 at 7:38 PM
Very sad day. The great Charles Handy has passed. The social philosopher was so kind to me—and anyone he was in the company of. A truly remarkable thinker and human being. Thank you, Charles. ❤️
Your moment of Zen. 😂 futurism.com/the-byte/ama...
November 21, 2024 at 10:26 PM
Your moment of Zen. 😂 futurism.com/the-byte/ama...
I am not a fan of Gallup’s stranglehold on the misconception of “employee engagement” but that doesn’t mean they don’t do other excellent research. Like this. Oh my. Not good! #leadership
November 20, 2024 at 10:36 PM
I am not a fan of Gallup’s stranglehold on the misconception of “employee engagement” but that doesn’t mean they don’t do other excellent research. Like this. Oh my. Not good! #leadership
A short clip with me and @sethgodin.bsky.social - Check out the full interview and his wide-ranging thoughts about #strategy on my show, "Leadership NOW," wherever you get your mental candy.
November 20, 2024 at 8:29 PM
A short clip with me and @sethgodin.bsky.social - Check out the full interview and his wide-ranging thoughts about #strategy on my show, "Leadership NOW," wherever you get your mental candy.
Book signings are great—but only when there are people who a) bought your book and b) want your book signed. 🤣
November 19, 2024 at 10:16 PM
Book signings are great—but only when there are people who a) bought your book and b) want your book signed. 🤣
Introducing me and my work to Bluesky.
Work-Life Bloom: A fresh perspective on harmonizing work and life by creating environments that nurture human flourishing.
Lead. Care. Win.: Nine leadership lessons to become a caring and impactful leader who genuinely matters to people.
Work-Life Bloom: A fresh perspective on harmonizing work and life by creating environments that nurture human flourishing.
Lead. Care. Win.: Nine leadership lessons to become a caring and impactful leader who genuinely matters to people.
November 19, 2024 at 7:04 PM
Introducing me and my work to Bluesky.
Work-Life Bloom: A fresh perspective on harmonizing work and life by creating environments that nurture human flourishing.
Lead. Care. Win.: Nine leadership lessons to become a caring and impactful leader who genuinely matters to people.
Work-Life Bloom: A fresh perspective on harmonizing work and life by creating environments that nurture human flourishing.
Lead. Care. Win.: Nine leadership lessons to become a caring and impactful leader who genuinely matters to people.
When it comes right down to it, every leader is in a leadership experience loop. #leadership
November 18, 2024 at 10:19 PM
When it comes right down to it, every leader is in a leadership experience loop. #leadership
Proud moment today. At Heathrow Airport, four different security agents asked if they could have my shirt. In fairness, it was an early flight. #thehip
November 18, 2024 at 2:38 AM
Proud moment today. At Heathrow Airport, four different security agents asked if they could have my shirt. In fairness, it was an early flight. #thehip
Changed my Twitter banner today. Feels right.
November 17, 2024 at 9:09 AM
Changed my Twitter banner today. Feels right.
I got into a spat with a tech CEO on stage. His question from the audience, in essence, was that leaders shouldn’t have to worry about the feelings of employees. I kinda snapped—but I’d do it again in a heartbeat. #druckerforum
November 16, 2024 at 8:38 AM
I got into a spat with a tech CEO on stage. His question from the audience, in essence, was that leaders shouldn’t have to worry about the feelings of employees. I kinda snapped—but I’d do it again in a heartbeat. #druckerforum