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Synopsis

Human Mode: Unlock Your Unique Edge and Transform Your World of Work.

“You’re only human.” For decades, we’ve used this phrase to apologize for our limits. But in Human Mode, Dr. Jeffrey Sanchez-Burks flips the script. He argues that our “human quirks,” our emotions, cultural lenses, and shared energies are not obstacles to overcome, but the very fuel we need to drive innovation and thrive at work.

Drawing on his extensive research as a cultural psychologist and management expert, Jeffrey provides a strategic blueprint for the modern leader. 

Human Mode is more than a book; it’s a toolkit for anyone ready to transform individual talent into an unstoppable collective force.

Emotional Aperture: The high-stakes skill of "Reading the Room" to sense collective energy before it stalls.

Strategic Bricolage: How to create extraordinary solutions using the ordinary resources already at your disposal.

Wabi-Sabi Leadership: Embracing the beauty of imperfect starts to accelerate co-creation and bypass the trap of perfectionism.

The Dao of Drive: Applying Wei Wu Wei the art of effortless action to sustain high performance without the cost of burnout.

Praise for Human Mode™

"It is a rare person who can sherpa a senior corporate team through a swamp and safely out the other side. Jeffrey did exactly that, connecting us back to our immensely human capabilities. He once again reminded us that leaning in to what makes us human, truly is our competitive advantage."

Shannon Lundquist

Senior Client Partner | Deloitte Canada

"It was a pleasure to work with Jeffrey while he taught our senior leaders about advancing customer focus. He is the unique combination of deep insight, humility to learn, and humor. He consistently was one of our top rated teachers."

Chris Arvin

Former Director of Leadership Development | Caterpillar

"Jeffrey is a dynamic and compelling storyteller who grounds his insights in research and data, making complex ideas both accessible and actionable. I highly recommend jim as a speaker and facilitator to engage, inspire, and guide any group navigating business and technology transformation."

Catriona Moriarty

Sr. Director, Organization & Talent Development

"We have worked with Jeffrey for years since discovering his wit and wisdom. The training left a lasting impact and is a guiding light in my professional and personal journey. I deeply recommend Jeffrey’s insights, research and outcome-based approach to leadership."

Kari Mahaffey

Senior Vice President, Cloud | Oracle