Brent Gleeson

Rancho Santa Fe

Leadership Columnist at Forbes

CEO at EXCELR8 | 2X Bestselling Author | @Forbes Leadership Columnist | Navy SEAL | NEW #1 bestseller: Embrace the Suck - with @davidgoggins

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Articles

Outpacing Security: A Cyber Resilience Mandate For Modern Leaders

1 week ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

Fraud is as old as commerce itself. From Ponzi schemes to phishing scams, bad actors have always exploited moments of technological or systemic transition. But with the rapid emergence of artificial intelligence, we’ve entered a new era—one where the tools used to enhance performance, automate workflows, and elevate customer experience are also being weaponized in real time.
What Do Tech Leaders Know That The Rest Of Us Don’t?

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

While the modern executive suite demands strategic vision, commercial fluency, and interpersonal mastery, many of today’s most effective tech leaders continue to draw deeply from their engineering roots. I’m not one of them. I am what is often referred to as a non-technical founder. Feels a bit derogatory, but ultimately, results are what matters. Anyway, it’s no coincidence that nearly 34% of global CEOs possess engineering backgrounds, according to Harvard Business Review.
How Modern Leaders Build Brands People Trust

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

In a digital world that rewards volume, social media and other digital channels can often feel like a race for relevance—where followers become vanity metrics and curated feeds become empty performances. But for today’s high-growth companies and enterprise leaders, the conversation has shifted.
How Business Leaders Are Unlocking AI’s Full Potential

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Brent Gleeson

10 hours agoCouncil Post: A Practical Guide To Getting Started With AIMike Britton is the Chief Information Officer at Abnormal Security, a leading behavioral AI-based email security platform.
How Business Leaders Are Unlocking AI’s Full Potential

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

Historically, the development of artificial intelligence (AI) was controlled by a small circle of pioneering research institutions—those with the financial muscle and computational power to experiment at a scale most could not imagine. Yet the landscape is rapidly changing. Companies are projected to spend over $1 trillion on AI initiatives in the coming years, according to Goldman Sachs. But the question remains: Is scale alone the answer?
Why Great Leaders Drive Impact Through Conviction, Not Titles

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

Leadership is too often misinterpreted as a function of hierarchy—titles, corner offices, and the illusion of control. Yet, enduring influence has never come from status. It emerges from clarity of purpose—from a commitment to something greater than self-interest. True leaders don’t lead from the authority they’re granted; they lead from the purpose they embody. And in doing so, they generate momentum that transcends compliance and inspires collective acceleration.
How Leadership, Culture, And Technology Forge The Future Of Work

1 month ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

The word “resilience” is no longer a buzzword—it is a strategic imperative in an era marked by relentless volatility and accelerated transformation. From sweeping technological disruption and evolving consumer expectations to economic uncertainty and geopolitical flux, the modern enterprise faces near-constant change. In this environment, the ability to withstand shocks, adapt intelligently, and emerge stronger is not optional—it is a defining trait of enduring leadership and sustainable growth.
5 Ways Great Leaders Prioritize Service Over Self-Interest

1 month ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

In today’s hyper-competitive business landscape, one universal truth holds across all industries — the organizations that thrive are those that prioritize people over process, relationships over transactions, and service over self-interest. While this article draws on a few lessons from the healthcare sector — one of EXCELR8’s core verticals — the principles of personalized, people-centered leadership apply to any leader in any field.
From Passion To Purpose: Elevating Leadership To Drive Lasting Impact

1 month ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

Passion is often the catalyst that ignites exceptional leadership. It fuels ambition, sustains perseverance, and inspires others to rally behind a shared vision. However, research consistently shows that while passion is admired, it is insufficient on its own to create sustainable influence. According to a survey from U.S. News & World Report, employees ranked "passion" as the eighth most important leadership trait out of 30, with 21.8% identifying it as the most essential.
How Great Leaders Use Storytelling To Inspire Teams And Drive Change

1 month ago | forbes.com | Brent Gleeson

Storytelling is more than an art—it is a strategic force that transcends technology, shaping the way leaders motivate, influence, and drive change. Few figures embody this principle better than Steve Jobs, whose narrative of innovation, resilience, and reinvention continues to inspire long after his passing.