Sustaining a spectator-free workplace with Linda Dulye
From From the Corner Office by Mark Gordon
April 16, 2026 · 26 min · Episode 149
About this episode
Linda Dulye discusses her Spectator-Free Workplace methodology and its impact on leadership and engagement.
A nationally recognized workplace expert, Linda, based in Sarasota, is the architect of the Spectator-Free Workplace methodology, which fosters shared ownership of performance and revitalizes engagement, productivity and morale. Linda worked in journalism and corporate communications, with GE and AlliedSignal, before starting her own firm. Business Observer Managing Editor Mark Gordon and Linda talked about her work in helping leaders break down silos and become better listeners to the entire team. She also talked about some key lessons learned from her entrepreneurial parents to legendary GE executive Jack Welch. 3 Takeaways: (04:50) People make the success in business (07:30) You can’t lead with a void of knowledge (12:45) Use AI to spark creativity Timestamps: (00:00) Introducing Linda Dulye, founder, Dulye & Co. (04:30) What is Dulye & Co.? (06:40) How do you advise your clients? (09:00) Creating a better culture (10:20) AI-proofing your career (12:30) Using AI as a tool (14:30) Linda’s career trajectory (17:30) Must-have leadership characteristics (19:00) Using feedback (20:10) Mentors (23:30) Syracuse Basketball and Dulye & Co. in 2026 Join us every week as we…
People in this episode
Host: Mark Gordon
Guest: Linda Dulye
Topics covered
- workplace culture
- leadership
- engagement
- productivity
- AI in business
Keywords
- workplace expert
- leadership characteristics
- AI creativity
- business success
- feedback
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Dulye & Co., GE, AlliedSignal
Places: Sarasota
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