What Makes a GEM Leader? Dr. Aaron Nurick on The Good Enough Manager

Dr. Aaron Nurick, Professor Emeritus of Management and Psychology at Bentley University, shares thought-provoking insights from his acclaimed book The Good Enough Manager: The Making of a GEM, where he explores the human side of management and what it truly means to lead with authenticity and empathy. Nearly a decade after its first release, Aaron Nurick returns with an updated edition of The Good Enough Manager (GEM), a humanistic exploration of what makes a truly effective leader. Drawing on insights from over 1,000 respondents, GEMs are revealed as mentors, teachers, relationship-builders, and models of integrity. Rooted in the idea of the “good enough parent,” the book emphasizes that management, like parenting, is imperfect but profoundly human. This edition addresses contemporary challenges, globalization, polarization, technology, and the gig economy, while underscoring the enduring need for empathy, integrity, and emotional intelligence in leadership. To explore Dr. Aaron Nurick’s research work, please visit: https://faculty.bentley.edu/profile/anurick This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com. Disclaimer: A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music. B. Dr. Aaron Nurick has generously shared profound insights from his book, “The Good Enough Manager: The Making of a GEM,” during his appearance on the Business Talk podcast channel. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited. All content is © 2025. All rights reserved.