The Human Operating System: How to Reclaim Connection, Overcome Self-Sabotage, and Lead with Courage with Dr. Rosie Ward
This week, Morag is joined by Dr. Rosie Ward—CEO of Salveo Partners, award-winning author and podcast host, and fierce advocate for rehumanizing workplaces. Rosie’s new book, Future Proofing Leadership: Navigating Change and Disruption to Thrive in an Uncertain World, explores how to upgrade our “faulty programs,” break free from self-protective patterns, and lead with courage and connection.
With humor, candor, and science-backed insights, Rosie reveals why embracing our messy humanity is the key to thriving in times of disruption.
🔑 4 Key Takeaways You Won’t Want to Miss:
04:00 — We’re Wired for Connection, Yet More Disconnected Than Ever
Despite being biologically hardwired for relationships, technology, faulty programming, and disruption have left us lonelier than ever. Rosie explains why feeling seen and heard is as essential as food and water.
10:30 — Faulty Programs That Hold Us Back
From the Overachiever to the Martyr, Perfectionist, People Pleaser, and more—Rosie unpacks the seven faulty programs that sabotage us and how to start upgrading them.
18:00 — Inner Game vs. Outer Game
Why training alone doesn’t stick unless we first update our “inner operating system.” Self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and narrative rewiring are the foundations for lasting leadership change.
24:00 — The 3x3x3 Challenge to Build Connection
A simple daily practice: take three minutes to reach out to three people for three months. This small act of showing up for others strengthens relationships and boosts wellbeing.
💡 This Episode Is for:
Leaders, change agents, and anyone tired of hustling and “doing it all” who wants to show up authentically, break free of head trash, and rehumanize work and life.
🔗 Where to Learn More:
- SalveoPartners.com — Rosie’s company site with resources and white papers
- DrRosieWard.com — blog, podcast, and book info
- Connect with Dr. Rosie Ward on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube