Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last : Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t by Simon Sinek

Why do so few people say, “I love my job”? It feels unfair that workplace fulfillment seems like winning the lottery—rare and reserved for the lucky. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Imagine a world where people wake up inspired, feel valued at work, and return home fulfilled.

Simon Sinek shows that the best leaders create environments where trust and cooperation thrive. Inspired by the Marine Corps’ rule that “officers eat last,” he explains that true leadership means putting others first. This isn’t just management—it’s human biology. For thousands of years, people survived by feeling safe within their group. Modern workplaces are no different.

When leaders build a “Circle of Safety,” teams become loyal, confident, and focused on opportunities instead of fear. From the military to business, history proves that leaders who serve their people gain trust, loyalty, and remarkable results.