About The Art of Management
The Art of Management is a podcast dedicated to helping managers become confident, human-centered leaders who can empower teams, foster inclusion, and navigate the rapidly changing world of knowledge-work organizations. Each episode breaks down the mindsets and behaviors that make management not just a job, but a craft.
At the heart of the show is Artisanal Management—a model rooted in the practices of coaching and mentorship. This approach emphasizes understanding people deeply, shaping environments where they thrive, and building systems that enable sustainable, high-performing teams. The Artisanal Management model has been applied across more than a hundred organizations and thousands of managers, consistently transforming how teams collaborate, trust, and deliver.
Meet Your Podcast Guest: Jack Skeels
Jack Skeels is an award-winning entrepreneur, think-tank researcher, leadership coach, and organizational consultant. With decades of experience in business research, cognitive and behavioral science, and agile management, Jack brings a rare blend of rigor and practicality to every conversation.
His work distills complex insights into accessible, actionable lessons that challenge traditional management thinking. Whether on The Art of Management or as a guest on leading industry podcasts, Jack offers fresh perspectives on:
- Building managers who coach, not control
- Creating inclusive cultures where people do their best work
- Designing organizations for speed, clarity, and autonomy
- Understanding human behavior to improve performance and collaboration
- Leading teams effectively in the evolving future of work
Jack’s mission is simple:
Help managers understand managing—and manage—in a whole new way.