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CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel

Likable, Capable, or Aligned?

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel · Jun 15, 2026 · 8:48

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In today's episode:

What happens to a team when someone is brilliant but impossible to work with

The third factor in hiring that most leaders overlook completely, and why it outranks both likability and skill

Why "culture fit" is often just bias in disguise, and the subtle ways it sneaks into your hiring decisions



CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel is a 5-minute daily podcast where business pragmatism meets inner wisdom.

John Frehse, Global Head of Labor Strategies at Ankura, joins Jessica to discuss what actually makes someone a great hire, and why the answer might be a triangle!



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Jessica Kriegel Website

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Culture Partners Website

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