🚀 In episode #193 we welcomed Steven Foster, the founder of One Golden Nugget.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKvqCduaXrEHrHazAR?si=92e8b757ef55433bApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productivity-mastery/id1514614289Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yMGVmMmZmYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Listen to this episode and learn:💡What can you learn from failures and what's the right mindset to get you through challenging times💡How to start working with people like Evander Holyfield, the founder of Reebok and the coach of Venus and Serena Williams.💡Why productivity is more like a dance than a strict regime💡How to build a strong community and make meaningful connectionsand many more...About our guest:Steven is the founder of One Golden Nugget, a company dedicated to encouraging individuals to share valuable insights, or "nuggets," gleaned from their life experiences. One Golden Nugget's mission is to inspire and uplift people by collecting and sharing these pieces of wisdom through books, podcasts, and live events.Steven, often referred to as "The Nugget Collector," has a rich and varied background, including ventures in the music industry and other entrepreneurial activities that often fail.However, during the COVID-19 lockdown, while living in his office, Steven decided to fully commit to the idea of One Golden Nugget and began collecting wisdom from others. This period, marked by vulnerability and reflection, saw the business flourish as people were eager to share and connect.The company has been built through sheer determination and resilience and Steven emphasised the importance of perseverance and the message remains clear: the key to overcoming these challenges is not giving up during tough times.One Golden Nugget continues to grow, driven by its core mission of sharing wisdom and inspiring others.You can find Steven here:LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/misterfosterAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/One-Golden-Nugget-journey-self-discovery/dp/1794832653Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #192 we welcomed Goran Yordanov, Regional Director at Sommet Education.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKvqCduaXrEHrHazAR?si=92e8b757ef55433bApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productivity-mastery/id1514614289Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yMGVmMmZmYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Listen to this episode and learn:💡What is a reverse funnel and how to use it to grow your clients' base?💡How to secure more meetings with potential clients?💡Strategies to optimize your sales process and generate more revenue💡How to apply Goran's long-term approach to b2b sales and grow your business?and many more...About our guests:A sales and marketing professional with 15+ years of experience in education counseling in Europe/Central Asia and a strong hospitality background with various positions in Food&Beverage across 6 countries and different 5 star brands. Currently holding a MSc degree in Hospitality management with completed research on Emotional Intelligence followed by guest lecturing experience on the topic across Europe.Goran Yordanov started his international journey in Switzerland, where he studied hospitality and became passionate about working with people, traveling, understanding cultures and delivering value to others. After 2 intensive years in Switzerland, he moved to the US, where he started his journey with Hyatt hotels working across various departments and learning about leadership. His journey with Hyatt took him from US to France and UAE. He then enrolled onto a MSc program in Hospitality where he deep dived on the topic of Emotional Intelligence. This was the start of his exploration in sales and understanding the customer journey and decision-making process in depth.Goran’s expertise in sales comes from his role as admissions manager and eventually director for various groups of Swiss Hospitality universities. He has spent more than 15 years in such roles managing, B2B, B2G and B2C sales across Europe and Central Asia. From working on a government-funded study program in Kazakhstan to developing study programs for Croatian Hotelier Association, he has helped hundreds of people recognize their passion for hospitality and pursue a career in the service and luxury industries globally. Today he is the Regional Admissions Director for Central Europe and Nordics for Sommet Education, one of the biggest education groups in the hospitality sector operating globallyYou can find Goran here:LinkedIn: https://bg.linkedin.com/in/goranyordanovInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/goranyordanov/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #191 we welcomed Jeremiah Owyang, a Silicon Valley veteran, a venture capitalist at Blitzscaling Ventures, a global public speaker, and the host of the popular AI startup series Llama Lounge.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKvqCduaXrEHrHazAR?si=92e8b757ef55433bApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productivity-mastery/id1514614289Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yMGVmMmZmYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==Listen to this episode and learn:💡Which of the tech giants is winning the AI battle today?💡What are the latest trends in AI in Silicon Valley (SF)?💡What industries are likely to be disrupted by Ai and how to up-skill to be well prepared?💡Why are 100 AI events a month in SF and how to stand out if you organize one?and many more...About our guests:Jeremiah has been an active professional in the business and technology sectors in Silicon Valley. As a VC, founder, CMO, industry analyst, and public speaker, he is passionate about discovering the next technology trend, explaining it, and helping it become deployed worldwide.His career has spanned web2, the sharing economy, web3, and autonomous/AI technologies. He examines emerging technologies in terms of growth, opportunity, and changing consumer behaviors and expectations.He began his career as an analyst at Forrester Research and later transitioned to Altimeter Group as a Founding Partner. In 2013, he established Catalyst Companies to concentrate on the emerging collaborative economy and the maker movement. He also co-founded Kaleido Insights. In 2022, he took on the role of CMO at a web3 project called RLY Network Association, funded by a16z, Coinbase Ventures, Battery, and others.He has appeared in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and Fast Company. He has published research reports, playbooks, and frameworks to help businesses navigate change, enhance customer experiences, and identify trends before they happen.You can find Jeremiah here:Website: https://jowyang.beehiiv.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jowyangInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jowyang/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #190 we welcomed Monique Ruff-Bell, Chief Program & Strategy Officer at TED.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡What does it take to produce one of the world's leading conferences?💡How do you plan the experience design of an event like TED?💡What is an expectation sheet and why should you create one?💡How does TED's Chief Program & Strategy Officer manage to stay productive?and many more...About our guest:As an experienced executive leader with a demonstrated history of working in the media, events, and publishing industry, Monique Ruff-Bell has over 20 years of experience in brand leadership, marketing, and strategic growth.As Chief Program & Strategy Officer for TED, she oversees TED’s flagship global events and conferences, TEDx programs and initiatives, global partnership sales and key marketing verticals for the organization. She plays a vital role in shaping and executing TED’s strategic plan, contributing to the advancement of its mission, operational excellence, and overall organizational growth. Her former roles have included Head of Events for TED and leading one of the largest Fintech shows in the USA as Vice President for Money20/20 USA.Monique is also a public speaker, podcast host and mentor based out of the New York City Metro Area in which her speaking engagements include strategy and business development for organizational growth, career sponsor and mentorship, and ways to become a successful leader.You can find Monique here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniqueruffbellEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #189 we welcomed Kremena Yordanova, Ex. Digital Director at Reebok.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡How does a day in the life of a digital director in Reebok look like💡What to do as a leader to empower a culture of creativity💡Leadership tools and practices from 17+ years of experience in Reebok/Adidas💡How to grow from being a manager to being a leaderand many more...About our guests:Kremena Yordanova is a seasoned marketeer turned digital consultant, currently serving as a fractional CMO for impact-driven brands. Her journey includes leading large, inclusive teams at brands like Reebok and Adidas.She blends her extensive corporate experience with the ancient practices of yoga and meditation. Her realistic, grounded, attentive approach to leadership and mentoring brings the true art of conversation to life.She’s organized international retreats, workshops, and leadership programs. Her work supports freefoodkitchen and she lives in Amsterdam.You can find Kremena here:Website: https://www.kremenayordanova.com/LinkedIn: https://bg.linkedin.com/in/kremena-yo...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoryoga/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #188 we welcomed Diana Kostova, Head of Learning, Development, and Motivation at Kaufland Bulgaria.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡Why should we care for our people as employers💡How Diana strategises Learning, Development & Motivation initiatives for 8000+ people💡What are some examples of initiatives Diana is most proud of💡How can you balance out as an overachiever and have a more mindful and present existenceand many more...About our guest:Diana has over 12 years of experience in various leadership roles at Kaufland Bulgaria. Currently, she is responsible for developing and motivating people, enhancing organizational performance, and creating a positive and inclusive work culture.As the Head of Learning, Development, and Motivation, she leads a team of professionals who design and implement innovative learning solutions, employee engagement initiatives, and motivation strategies for about 7,000 employees across the country. In collaboration with the senior management, they align the learning and development goals with the business strategy and vision. In my previous roles, she was responsible for managing other departments – fresh foods, leasing, and procurement.She has a Ph.D. in Business Administration, a Master's degree in Business Administration and Deutschlandstudien, and a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and she has a 6-year-old daughter.Her passion is Sports and she is interested in the fields of nutrition and Emotional eating.You can find Diana here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-kos...Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #187 we welcomed the legends, David Allen and Edward Lamont, authors of TEAM: Getting Things Done with Others.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡How did the GTD methodology become a global phenomenon, impacting millions of people around the world?💡What are the zeros and ones of productivity and why should everyone start living intentionally?💡How to build a culture of HEALTHY HIGH-PERFORMANCE?💡How to inspire accountability in a complex, hybrid workand many more...About our guests:David has written three books: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity, which describes his productivity program; Ready for Anything: 52 Productivity Principles for Work and Life, a collection of newsletter articles he has written; Making It All Work: Winning at the Game of Work and Business of Life, a follow-up to his first book. In 2015, he also wrote a new updated version of Getting Things Done: the Art of Stress-Free Productivity.Edward Lamont is the co-author, with GTD inventor, David Allen, of Team: Getting Things Done with Others.Edward is a global authority on team performance and stands at the forefront of advising industry leaders on team health and profitability worldwide. A licensed GTD practitioner and founder of the largest GTD organisation in Europe, Ed is unwaveringly committed to elevating team productivity for his Fortune 500 clients and others wishing to improve their game. He has helped companies and organisations including Siemens, Lufthansa, KPMG, Nissan, and Imperial College London to create better group dynamics, increase team performance, and boost health and happiness.You can find them here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidalle...                 https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardlamontWebsite: https://gettingthingsdone.com/Check out their book: https://www.amazon.com/Team-Getting-T...Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #186 we welcomed the legend, Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist at Canva.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡What was it like to work with Steve Jobs and be part of the legendary "Think Different" Campaign?💡How to lose USD 200 million and feel good about it?💡What does it mean to THINK REMARKABLE and what are the 3 key elements to develop?💡Does everyone have imposter syndrome and how to deal with it?and a lot more...About our guest:Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of Canva and the creator of Guy Kawasaki’s Remarkable People podcast. He is an executive fellow of the Haas School of Business (UC Berkeley), and an adjunct professor of the University of New South Wales.He was the chief evangelist of Apple and a trustee of the Wikimedia Foundation. He has written Wise Guy, The Art of the Start 2.0, The Art of Social Media, Enchantment, and eleven other books. Kawasaki has a BA from Stanford University, an MBA from UCLA, and an honorary doctorate from Babson College.You can find Guy here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guykawasaki/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guykawasaki/Website: https://guykawasaki.com/guy-kawasaki/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #185 we welcomed Mark Vernooij, Partner of THNK.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡Why do we need a different approach towards "leadership development" in 2024?💡Why is it important to keep upgrading your operating system as a leader?💡What are the 5 levels of awareness and why only 25% manage to keep growing?💡How we moved from complicated to complex world of work and how to navigate as leaders in it?About our guest:Mark loves to work on leadership development in the context of change. This change can be transformation, innovation, culture change, or systems change. He particularly enjoys working with inspiring and dynamic leaders to address the world's pressing challenges and doing so at scale through the organizations they lead.As the child of artists, he has learned to take different perspectives and he loves using this skill in both leadership development and business.In his role at THNK, he focuses on custom programs for organizations in the fields of transformation, culture change, innovation, and creative leadership. He has been teaching at various schools including Berkeley, Columbia, Stanford, and Wharton. He is a regular speaker and facilitator at events and conferences. He is a member of the expert network at the World Economic Forum. Finally, he serves on several boards.He holds a master’s in engineering from Delft University of Technology, an MBA from INSEAD and he studied Design Thinking at Stanford.You can find Mark here:LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/in/markvernooyWebsite: https://www.thnk.org/community/people...Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #184 we welcomed Zivile Einikyte, Creator & Events Host at Perception Paradox.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡What can you do to become an effective networker?💡How can you befriend high-value people and make them part of your close network?💡How to get the most out of a tech event?💡Why you should book yourself more to speak at events and on podcasts?and a lot more...About our guest:Zivile Einikyte is a seasoned event host who brings energy and insightful moderation at international tech and innovation forums. As the creator of the Perception Paradox podcast, she dives into the heart of Europe's startup ecosystem, spotlighting the inspiring journeys of underdog founders and fostering conversations that challenge and expand our perceptions of life and technology.Beyond her work, Zivile embraces the thrill of adventure as an avid (kite)surfer and motorbike enthusiast, embodying the spirit of exploration and freedom that she brings to every endeavor.You can find Zivile here:LinkedIn: / zivileeinikyteWebsite: https://www.perceptionparadox.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #183 we welcomed David Hanrahan, Chief People Officer at Flare.Subscribe to Productivity Mastery Podcast on your favorite platform 👇Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DHrGKv...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen to this episode and learn:💡1 lesson David learned from each company he served (Flare, Eventbrite, Niantic, Zendesk, Twitter, Electronic Arts, and Universal Pictures)💡Condensed 20+ years of lessons from building high-performing teams💡Practical ideas on how to design a winning culture in your organization💡What is speed-backing and how to use it as a team-building tooland a lot more...About our guest:David’s career has spanned 20+ years building strong HR teams and fostering high-performing cultures across global organizations including Eventbrite, Niantic, Zendesk, Twitter, Electronic Arts, and Universal Pictures.His areas of expertise include performance management, total rewards, hybrid work design, leadership development, progressive people practices, and driving high engagement.You can find David here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhanrahanEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #181 we welcomed Erik Qualman, 5x Bestselling Author & Keynote SpeakerListen to this episode and learn:💡The amazing story of Erik Qualman, who's reached 50 million people in 55 countries across the globe💡 How to learn to "say NO", even if you are a people pleaser💡 Erik's strategies for managing a complex life and an ambitious career💡 How to manage your team effectively through "Erik's system of islands"and many more..About our guest:#1 Bestselling Author and Keynote Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached 50 million people. He was voted the 2nd Most Likeable Author in the World behind the Harry Potter series.His Socialnomics work has been on 60 Minutes to the Wall Street Journal and used by the National Guard to NASA. Qualman is a current professor of Digital Leadership at Northwestern University and his materials are used in over 500 universities. Qualman’s animation studio works with some of the world's leading brands including Disney, Oreo, Chase, and Cartier.He is a former sitting professor at MIT and Harvard’s edX labs and has received an honorary doctorate for his groundbreaking work. Qualman is also the inventor of the bestselling board game Kittycorn. Most importantly, he’s still trying to live up to the “World’s Greatest Dad” coffee mug he received from his wife and two daughters.You can find Erik here:Website: https://equalman.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/qualmanYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@Socialnomics09Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #182 we welcomed Tonille Miller, founder of EXT - Experience and Transformation.Listen to this episode and learn:💡Why 85% of employees are disengaged and what to do about it?💡What prevents employees from thriving in the workplace?💡How to incorporate learning & development the right way for organizational success?💡Practical ideas & examples on how to build a strong organizational culture?and more ...About our guest:Tonille is a seasoned management consultant, I/O psychologist, and executive coach, with a robust 15-year track record of driving performance and transformation within organizations. As a founder of EXT - Experience and Transformation, she has been instrumental in coaching C-level and HR executives and leading organizational effectiveness, change, and employee experience programs.She specializes in business transformation, change management, technology adoption, employee experience, engagement and retention, culture, behavior change, strategic communications, hybrid work, AI, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.Her new book, The Flourishing Effect: Unlocking Employee Thriving as Your Competitive Edge, provides a playbook for leaders and change-makers to create the conditions to engage and unlock their people. She has been featured in media outlets like The Huffington Post, Nasdaq, TechFunnel, Thrive Global, Employee Experience Magazine, The Flex Index, Executives Diary Magazine, and the American Journal of Health Promotion.You can find Tonille here:Website: https://www.tonillemiller.com/ , https://www.experienceandtransformation.com/https://tinyurl.com/theflourishingeffectLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonillemiller/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #180 we welcomed Winston Ben Clements, Global Keynote Speaker.Listen to this episode and learn:💡The exceptional story of Winston Ben Clements, who broke 150 bones until he was 12 years old💡How do you keep going when you are constantly in pain and suffering💡How to overcome limiting beliefs and start living fully💡How to take full ownership of your life and your circumstances and build a great quality of lifeand many more..About our guest:Winston Clements is a Keynote Speaker and Consultant specializing in disability inclusion and unconscious bias. He is passionate about supporting the world’s leading organizations to deliver cultural change that is truly inclusive.Winston was born with a condition known as brittle bone disease and has experienced over 200 fractures in his lifetime. He is just 3 feet tall and uses a wheelchair for his day-to-day mobility. Despite this, he has taken a stand for a quality of life that knows no excuses and no limits and is a leading voice in the disability advocacy space.As a speaker, Winston has partnered with organizations such as Google, Disney and EY and has been instrumental in the success of 'The Clements' social media channels that have garnered a following of over 500,000 across YouTube, TikTok and Instagram.You can find Winston here:Website: https://winstonclements.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/winston-ben-clements-keynote-speakerYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@WinstonSpeakerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/winstonspeaker/feed/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #179 we welcomed John Klepper, Co-founder and CEO of PIPRA.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What does the real journey of being an entrepreneur look like💡How John Klepper has built several successful startups💡What mistakes he made as a leader in the early days💡What can you do to build an inspired and effective teamand more..About our guest:As the Co-Founder and CEO of PIPRA, he leads a team of passionate and talented professionals who have developed a cutting-edge AI-based prognostic to assess patients' risk of suffering from cognitive disorders after surgery. PIPRA is a multi-award-winning startup including the Value-Based Healthcare award, DeVigier award, Venture award, European Brain Council award, and EIT Health Wildcard award, supported by the European Institute of Innovation & Technology.With over 18 years of serial entrepreneurialism, he has successfully founded, grown, and exited multiple companies with tenacity and vision. He has also represented several startups through CEO and board mandates, applying a lean startup approach to operations. He is driven by the mission of solving some of the most pressing global healthcare challenges, and he leverages his expertise in strategy, management consulting, capital raising and innovation to create a positive impact.You can find John here:Website: https://www.pipra.ch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnklepperEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

Description:🚀 In episode #178 we welcomed Bryan Cassady, author, teacher, and entrepreneur.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What are the biggest challenges for innovation to happen💡What are the 3 areas AI can help us most with today💡How to approach AI in 2024 so it works for you instead of against you💡How to use AI to improve your innovation practicesAbout our guest:Bryan Cassady is a distinguished author, teacher, and entrepreneur who has launched eight successful companies across six countries.With a mission to coach and train one million innovators by 2027, Bryan leverages his passion for research and teaching to develop evidence-driven talks. These talks are designed to not only impart knowledge of first principles but also, most importantly, to teach how to apply these principles effectively.Bryan’s talks cover a range of groundbreaking topics including AI-augmented innovation, the art and science of mechanical creativity, and advanced strategies for pitching ideas.With hundreds of talks under his belt and over 10,000 business leaders educated, Bryan's presentations are known for their actionable insights, evidence-based principles, and immediate applicability. His dynamic speaking style ensures that every talk is not just informative but also engaging and entertaining.Bryan is the lead-authors of the book CYCLES – an award-winning practical how to guide to innovate faster while reducing risks. He is currently leading 2 AI research projects. The Art and Science of AI Augmented creativity and the use of AI to evaluate business ideas.You can find Bryan here:www.bryancassady.comwww.thecyclesbook.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bryancassady/https://twitter.com/bryancassadyhttps://facebook.com/bryancassady2Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #177 we welcomed Deliága Ákos, Co-founder & CEO of CHEQ and Talk-A-Bot.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to build a productive startup team💡What roles are often overlooked, but highly important in a startup💡How to manage your time even when you have 3 kids and run an ambitious scale-up💡How to create a culture of accountabilityand more...About our guest:With over 15 years of international experience in the IT and HR Tech industry, Ákos is a visionary entrepreneur who drives innovation and growth in the startup and scale-up ecosystem. As the Vice President of the Startup and Scale-up Department at IVSZ - IT Association of Hungary, he actively supports the development and advocacy of the Hungarian IT sector, fostering collaboration and partnership among stakeholders, policymakers, and international organizations.Ákos is also a Board Member at Startup Hungary, a non-profit organization empowering and connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors in the country. Additionally, he is the Co-Founder and CEO of Talk-A-Bot, an enterprise chatbot provider with offices across Central and Eastern Europe.You can find Akos here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akosdeliaga/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #176 we welcomed David Beckett, author of Pitch to Win.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to prepare an effective 3-min pitch?💡What makes a difference when pitching to investors?💡The challenges founders experience when preparing to pitch and how to overcome them?💡What should you know about pitching to b2b clients?About our guest:David Beckett is an international pitch coach, who has trained over 2000 Startups and Scaleups to win over €450Million in investment. He's also trained more than 33,000 professionals at companies such as Booking.com, Tommy Hilfiger, PwC and Netflix in 29 countries, as well as over 30 TEDx speakers.David is the creator of The Pitch Canvas©, and author of the books Pitch To Win and Blue Moon Pitch.You can find David here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbeckettpresentationcoach/https://best3minutes.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #174 we welcomed Momchil Kyurkchiev, Chief Strategy Officer at CleverTap.Listen to this episode and learn:💡Why Momchil left a secure job at Google to start Leanplum💡Entrepreneurship lessons from the trenches💡Why culture should be your #1 priority as a founder💡The journey of raising a total of $ 100 million in funding💡How to acquire a resilient mindset and weather any crisisand many more..About our guest:omchil is the Chief Strategy Officer at CleverTap, a leading customer engagement platform. He is a visionary leader passionate about building & advising startups. He is a leading expert on user engagement & retention, sharing expertise as a TEDx speaker and industry thought leader.Prior to CleverTap, Momchil was the co-founder of Leanplum (acquired by CleverTap). As the CEO, he grew the company to 100+ employees with offices on 3 continents. He was recognized as Founder of the Year by the Central European Startup Awards and has been featured on the cover of Forbes Magazine. Under his leadership, Leanplum was ranked a Top 3 Best Place to Work in the Bay Area.Before Leanplum, Momchil was a senior software engineer at Google where he launched multiple quality improvements to YouTube’s ranking & monetization algorithms. He built some of the core A/B testing infrastructure for featured videos and delivered millions of dollars in additional revenue to help YouTube become profitable.Momchil has an M.S. in Software Engineering & Management from Carnegie Mellon University and a triple major in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Computational Science from the State University of New York at Brockport.You can find Momchil here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/momchilkyurkchievEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #175 we welcomed Martin Wolf, the founder and Head-Coach of Visible Leader.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What is a visible leader? 💡What prevents you from leaving a positive mark?💡Where do you start if you want to grow as a visible leader?💡Tons of practical ideas from Martin’s experience, advising C-level executivesAbout our guest:Martin Wolf is the founder and Head-Coach of Visible Leader. It is Martin’s vision, that the service of a visible leader inspires bright minds to increase their visibility to impact more people in a positive way!Martin is certified academic psychological advisor with a focus on communication and organizational psychology.Through interactive lectures at universities and as a keynote speaker at select events, Martin excites leaders and innovators for the Human factor of things by sharing his observations at the intersection of business, people and technology.You can find Martin here: Website: https://visible-leader.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsmrwolf/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!

🚀 In episode #173 we welcomed James Arthur Williams, Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee and Owner and CEO of Unmaskytp.Listen to this episode and learn:💡The incredible story of Dr. James Williams, from a thug and drug dealer to an acclaimed professor and motivational speaker💡The habits James practices to stay in abundance instead of scarcity💡How to keep a positive mindset  when you are going through adversity💡How to "think big" and attract amazing opportunities if you are coming from a humble  backgroundAbout our guest:He lived a limited life as a fake thug, getting suspended from school, briefly quitting school, selling drugs, and having two kids by 17 years of age. He hated life and begged to die. When He died of all social constructs, he decided to adopt this mantra, "Check Your Life (limitations): BeLimitless. He came alive, acquiring 6 college degrees (two doctorates), playing professional football, writing 4 books, speaking all around the world, and gaining tenure at an R-1 institution.Dr. Williams holds experiences in the following professions: Dental hygienist/military (USAF), banking, pharmaceuticals, sales, fine dining, lodging, K-12, postsecondary education, and sports.Countries he has spoken in: Korea, China, Bulgaria, Spain, France, and CanadaSome companies/organizations he has spoken at: University of Tennessee, James Madison, Marriott, Vanderbilt, Fairleigh Dickinson, Pigeon Forge Chamber of Commerce, Bethune-Cookman University, Iowa State University, United States Air Force, Florida Gulf Coast University, to name a few.You can find James here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-james-arthur-williams-17344a36/https://www.instagram.com/check_your_life_belimitless/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #172 we welcomed Helen Murphy, CEO & Co-founder of Opply.Listen to this episode and learn:💡Helen's journey from being a Bain & Co consultant to a successful startup founder💡How to be a productive founder and not neglect your wellbeing💡What helps Helen Murphy stay focused and get things done💡How to own your strengths as a (female) founderAbout our guest:Helen Murphy is CEO and co-founder of Opply, a tech company revolutionizing global raw ingredients ordering for Food & Beverage SMBs through automation. She brings a diverse background from leading sales and operations at Procter & Gamble, being a baker, an engineer, consulting at Bain&Co, and starting her own consumer goods brand. These experiences inspired her vision to champion small businesses in consumer goods.You can find Helen here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/opplyhelen/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #171 with Matthew Chavira, CEO - Prophets of AI, and Business Development Manager - Hanson Robotics Listen to this episode and learn: 💡The state of AI and what should we pay attention to closely 💡How Matthew became the person who manages Sophia the robot all her live appearances 💡What is the future of "embodied AI" 💡What is Matthew's vision for an Ai integrated world About our guest: Matthew Chavira is a resourceful leader with a deep passion for the field of artificial intelligence. As the founder of Prophets of AI, a representation agency for individuals who have made significant contributions in the AI and robotics fields, Matthew has curated a diverse lineup of industry-leading experts and government leaders who are shaping the future of AI development. This platform aims to be a world-leading resource for knowledge and inspiration in connection to AI's artistic and ethical development and represents individuals featured in Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential in AI (Stephanie Dinkins and Sougwen Chung) In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Matthew holds an executive position at Hanson Robotics, the company behind the world-famous Sophia the Robot, where he oversees all of Sophia's live appearances, orchestrating impactful performances that explore the potential of AI and the interactions between humans and machines. Furthermore, Matthew is also the Global Director of AI Partnerships at the International Advertising Association (IAA), an 85-year-old institution that stands as the global compass for the marketing communications industry. In this role, Matthew connects companies that align with the IAA’s principles of building high-value brands with its thought leadership, educational programs, and world-class events. With a deep belief in AI's transformative power to make the world a better place, Matthew is dedicated to driving conversations and focus toward the developments shaping the future of this rapidly evolving field. Through each role, Matthew is committed to advancing AI and fostering collaboration among experts, artists, and enthusiasts. You can find Matthew here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewchavira/ Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing! __________ Website: https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

🚀 In episode #170 with Maja Voje, Founder of Growth Lab and author of GTM Strategist.💡 Listen to this episode and learn the best insights from the author of GTM Strategist - Maja Voje.About our guest:Maja Voje is a globally recognized growth advisor and practitioner. She has built her career in leading technology companies such as Google and Rocket Internet. As a lecturer, she participates in one of the best-selling online courses at the Udemy online classroom, which has already been taken by more than 51,000 international students.As a consultant, she has helped develop growth strategies and build growth teams for more than 300 American, German, Austrian, Swedish, Belgian, Dutch, and Slovenian companies operating in international markets. In her career, she has helped several companies invest up to 10-25 million and scale from 20 million to 60-100 million in yearly revenue.Maja studied at Said Business School, Oxford University, Wirtschaftsuniversität in Vienna, and the Shanghai Institute of International Trade.Recently she just launched a new book, check it out here: https://gtmstrategist.com/You can connect with Matthew here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majavoje/Website: https://gtmstrategist.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #169 with Matthew Brackett, Coach, Advisor, and Educator for Leaders.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What can we learn about business from a former priest💡How to connect with your feelings and emotions💡The daily routines of a priest💡How can coaching help you be more self-awareAnd more...About our guest:With more than 30 years of experience in the field of personal, professional, and intercultural leadership development, Matthew is known to be much more than an executive coach.  As a highly versatile coach, advisor, mentor, educator, and confidant, he is considered by some to be a human version of a sophisticated Swiss Army Knife any senior leader would want in their pocket as they strive to properly navigate and excel in multiple areas of personal and professional leadership as they protect their priorities, lead better, love better and live better.   He is also a passionate speaker and trainer about varying elements of the management of the human element in personal, professional, intercultural and organizational contexts.Matthew has enjoyed broad international and intercultural experience in leadership, educational, and consulting roles in Italy, Ireland, England, Colombia, Chile, and Mexico as well as having been a special Staff Officer and Chaplain in the United States Navy serving both with Sailors and Marines.An ICF Professional Certified Coach, Matthew completed specialized graduate degrees in Spiritual Theology and Human Development from Universities in Rome, Italy; specialized studies in Counseling, Family, and Education at Los Andes University in Chile, and a Master's degree in the Psychology of Leadership from Pennsylvania State University.You can connect with Matthew here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-brackettInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewbrackett_officialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MatthewBrackettOfficialWebsite:https://brackettalliance.comEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #168 with Jason Silver, Startup Coach.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to avoid overworking and find a better balance instead?💡How to use a Not-To-Do list to get the most out of your week?💡What can you do to make your workday more enjoyable?💡How can you build a more productive and engaged team culture?and moreAbout our guest:Jason is driven by a passion to help people enjoy doing the hard things in their lives. He's a two-time founder of kids and a two-time founder of companies. He was an early employee at Airbnb and helped build an AI company from the ground up back before AI was the cool thing to do.He currently spends his time coaching and advising leaders on how to build great, lasting companies that people actually love working for and he's writing a book to help any employee have a big impact at work without burning out in life.He works with CEOs, founders, and other leaders on:- how to build great, lasting businesses that people love to work for- how to do better and feel better at work,- and how to do both of these while maintaining a big impact and ambition.His book, Quietly Crushing It is a practical playbook for anyone who wants to:- Do 5 days of work in 4 without working until midnight- Enjoy their day-to-day work more without changing jobs- Progress faster without waiting for a promotionYou can connect with Jason here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silverjay/Website: quietlycrushingitbook.comEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #167 with Kai Schukowski, General Manager of Grand Hotel Kempinski.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What helps Kai and his team welcome guests like President Joe Biden and President Macron?💡What can we learn from the hospitality industry that can be applied in any context?💡How to build and inspire a culture of productivity and care?💡What helps Kai to stay at the top of his game on a daily basis?💡What books he reads and who are the leaders he follows and gets inspired by?About our guest:Kai Schukowski is the General Manager of Grand Hotel Kempinski - Vilnius, Lithuania (in fact - the youngest appointed General Manager in the history of Kempinski Hotels). Under his management, the hotel won numerous awards for hospitality, and he does have a thing or two to share about leadership.On top of that, he is a fitness and health enthusiast, who is equally passionate about technology, mindset, businesses …and Formula 1.You can connect with Kai here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaischukowski/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kai.schukowski/Website: https://www.kempinski.com/en/grand-hotel-kempinskiEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #166 we welcomed Tal Catran, a TEDx & Forbes speaker, and podcaster.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What you are doing wrong when you go to a conference or a networking event?💡How to become the MVP in any room you are in💡The mindset that helps the most progressive founders succeed faster💡What can we learn from Israel about community building?and a lot more.About our guest:Since 2012, Tal has founded 20+ startup accelerators worldwide and mentored dozens, which gained him recognition as a GURU in establishing national startup ecosystems, and building accelerators, hubs, and tech incubators. Throughout the years, Tal has conducted nearly 80 cohorts, graduating over 1,000 startups from his accelerators and his extensive career roadmap consists of milestones in 30+ countries worldwide.Tal is a TEDx & Forbes speaker, and podcaster, where he shares his professional toolbox, motivating and inspiring entrepreneurs globally.Tal is also a marketing and business development expert, training and mentoring C-level managers in medium and big companies, corporates and governmental ministries. He has been actively involved in building startup ecosystems globally, offering his expertise and mentoring to governments, municipalities, universities, innovation authorities, SMB agencies, and the private sector as well as to accelerators and startups.You can connect with Tal here:Website: www.talcatran.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talcatran/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #165 we welcomed Marc Champagne, Host of Behind The Human podcast and author.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What is mental fitness and how to develop it on a daily basis?💡How to learn to ask great questions to change the quality of your life for the better?💡What are the questions Marc finds most fascinating and why?💡How to become a Personal Socrates and ask the right questions at the right time?and more...About our guest:Marc Champagne is a best-selling author, podcast host, keynote speaker, and mental fitness strategist who helps corporate teams and individuals enhance their mental well-being. Leveraging insights gained from over 300 interviews and studying leading minds such as Kobe Bryant, Maya Angelou, Coco Chanel, and Stephen Hawking, Marc trains people to ask better quality questions so they can clear out mental clutter, release pent-up stress, expand their clarity, and rev up performance.Marc’s keynote presentations, mental fitness bootcamps, company retreats, and interactive workshops provide attendees with customized techniques and practices that equip them to overcome overwhelm, defuse emotionally charged situations, and clear out their minds so they can operate with greater clarity, focus, and innovation.He is the author of the best-selling book, *Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Lives*; host of the top-50 ranked podcast *Behind The Human*; co-founder of *KYO*, a journaling app that reached 86.9 million people; and a sought-after speaker who provides mental fitness strategies to Fortune 500 companies such as VaynerMedia, Google Pixel, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, LinkedIn, and many more.You can connect with Marc here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-champagneTwitter: https://twitter.com/marcchampagneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthehuman/Youtube: https://youtu.be/w-1ihHRdTp8Website: https://www.behindthehuman.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #164 we welcomed Inga Stasiulionyte, Master in Sports Psychology & Leadership Coaching.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How does one prepare to become an Olympian Athlete?💡What can we learn about mindset for the people who perform at the highest level?💡How to develop the right belief system to help you on your journey as an ambitious person?💡Strategies and tools for managing crises and thriving in times of crisis.and a lot more...About our guest:“You will be a javelin thrower,” the coach for the Lithuanian national team told her. She has no idea what that means. But within two years, She was competing with the best. After reaching the finals in the European Championship, She was offered a scholarship to attend the University of Southern California. Here, She met her new coach, Dan Lange, who taught her not just how to compete with others but also how to win against herself.With years of experience as a competitive Olympic athlete, in business and leadership studies, working as a business analyst, building startups, and leading the first MIT Sports Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, provided Inga Stasiulionyte with a deep understanding of the challenges and needs of striving for self-realization on and off the field.Accumulating over 14 years of experience working with executives in demanding industries has given Inga profound insights into resolving intricate leadership challenges. Inga's clients are leaders at Oracle, Salesforce, Facebook, HubSpot, finance and medical professionals, and Olympians. She prepared athletes to become European Champions, Olympians, National Record Holders, and the top marks in the world owners.Inga leads a startup Ofounders.com, specializing in performance coaching that helps leaders achieve superior results using Olympic-standard mindset development techniques. She is also part of the Master Performance Coaches team at valorperform.com and the Lithuanian Athletics Federation.You can connect with Inga here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javelingaworldTwitter: https://twitter.com/javelingaworldEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #163 we welcomed Jakob Berndt, Co-Founder of Tomorrow GmbH.Listen to this episode and learn:💡What it takes to build a sustainable Fintech with 100+ employees💡Practical ideas on how to shape a strong team culture💡How to lead in times of crisis💡What makes a great founding teamand a lot more...About our guest:Jakob Berndt is the Co-Founder of Tomorrow GmbH, the first truly mobile and sustainable banking provider of today.Previously, he co-founded and led for many years the social business Lemonaid Beverages, which has conquered the European soft drink market with the Lemonaid and ChariTea brands since 2009.Jakob studied cultural studies at Leuphana University and in Sydney. He is a member of the advisory board of the photovoltaic provider Zolar.You can connect with Jacob here:Website: https://www.tomorrow.oneLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakob-berndt-077b0743/?originalSubdomain=deTwitter: https://twitter.com/jakoberndtEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #162 we welcomed Lorenzo Flores, Leader at Apple & Host of Hacking Your Leadership Podcast.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to grow as an effective leader in your organization?💡What is the "worst idea" practice and how to use it to boost creativity and inspiration?💡How did Lorenzo find his mentors and what lessons stuck with him until today?💡Practical tips on leading in times of crisisand a lot more..About our guest:Lorenzo Flores is a twenty-year veteran in retail leadership. He has rejuvenated, inspired, and rebuilt over a dozen teams throughout his career. With a passion for music, MMA, and podcasting, he understands the importance of connecting personal vision to the workplace.Flores's insights, experiences, and philosophies on leadership excellence are the fuel to ignite every leader's optimum potential.His passion for leadership led him to write his first book: Vision, Clarity, Support: A Leadership Crash Course on the 3 Pillars of Success. This book meets all leaders where they stand today and propels them to the next level using the skills and resources already within their grasp.You can connect with Lorenzo here:Website: HackingYourLeadership.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadershi...Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #161 we welcomed Jon Rennie, President & CEO of Peak Demand Inc.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How does one become a nuclear submariner?💡What is "Fridays on the floor" and how to apply a similar practice to improve engagement and productivity?💡How to show up as a leader in a new organization when everyone is more experienced than you?💡Why you should "run to the fire" as a leader?And a lot more..About our guest:Jon is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of Peak Demand Inc., a premier manufacturer of critical components for electrical utilities. He is a former U.S. Navy Nuclear Submarine Officer who made seven deployments during the end of the Cold War.Prior to starting Peak Demand, Jon led eight manufacturing businesses for three global companies.He is the author of three best-selling leadership books: I Have the Watch, All in the Same Boat, and You Have the Watch. He hosts the popular Deep Leadership podcast.You can connect with Jon here:Website: https://jonsrennie.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonsrennieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonsrennie/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonscottrennie/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #160 we welcomed Maria Stoeva, Country Lead of Assert International Bulgaria.Listen to this episode and learn:💡The journey of ManPower and Assert International Bulgaria in making the "4-day workweek" a productive company practice💡How to create a culture where employees are motivated and get done more in 4 days than in a usual 5-day workweek?💡What type of organizations should consider implementing a 4-day workweek?💡How to implement "servant leadership" across all company levels, and why is that the right thing to do?And a lot more...About our guest:Maria Stoeva is a Country Lead of Assert International Bulgaria and a Head of Sales & Business Development at ManpowerGroup Bulgaria. Leading both companies’ teams and functions, Maria’s main aim is to enable companies in the country to succeed by using the best international and local workforce solutions.As part of a leading HR solutions company, both worldwide and in Bulgaria, she and her people have the opportunity to see the labor market from a bird's eye view, to evaluate and develop hundreds of organizations and thousands of talents every year. They actively follow and study trends in the HR world, working with companies of all industries, sizes, and regions of the country.Maria is also a co-author and host of the video podcast "HR Navigator", a speaker at a number of HR and business conferences, and an author of articles.ManpowerGroup SEE and Assert International teams are successfully working on a 4-day, 32-hour workweek for almost 2 years.You can connect with Maria here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariastoevaEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #159 we welcomed Julian Hayes II, founder of Executive HealthListen to this episode and learn:💡Why your well-being should be your #1 priority💡How to prioritize your health & lifestyle as a busy executive💡What makes Julian exercise 2x / day and how to organize your own workout scheduleand a lot more...About our guest:Julian Hayes II is an author, hybrid athlete, and the founder of Executive Health. His boutique concierge helps forward-thinking CEOs, executives, and other high-achieving individuals live longer and live better by leveraging their unique biodata, data-driven analytics, and N of 1 personalized programming.He's also the host of Executive Health & Life. Lastly, he's had 300+ articles published in Inc., Entrepreneur, Chief Executive, & many more.You can connect with Julian here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/Website: executivehealth.io/Youtube: youtube.com/@exechealthApple podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-health-life/id1500205650Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #158 we welcomed Walker McKay, Founder of No BS Sales SchoolListen to this episode and learn:💡How to approach sales in 2023💡The 4 Mindsets of No BS Sales School💡How to empower your team to deliver real resultsand a lot of practical advice on how to grow your sales.About our guest:Walker McKay is the Founder and Principal of McKay Consulting Group LLC. Walker believes in the power of intentional transformation.After 35 years of calling, networking, and continually being referred to hundreds of clients, and over 18+ years assisting corporations in almost every industry to build world-class sales teams, Walker has designed a sales system that will consistently close business without the client feeling like they’re selling or the prospect feeling like they’ve been sold.He is a lifelong salesperson, coach, and creator of the No B.S. Sales School, where he teaches and shares his proven secrets to success for hitting targets, growing revenue, and gaining the respect you deserve.Walker encourages his clients to stop relying on the old-school way of selling and implement his No B.S. Sales System. There’s a reason that the old-school way isn’t working!Walker has been married to his wife Sally for 25 years and they have two children. He is the host of the No B.S. Sales School podcast found wherever you get your podcasts. You can also follow Walker on Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter.You can connect with Walker here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walkermckay/Twitter: https://twitter.com/walkermckayFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachwalkermckayFor more content from Walker, subscribe to Walker’s Weekly Newsletter: https://www.walkermckay.com/newsletterTo learn more about Walker’s No BS Sales System, visit www.walkermckay.comEnjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #157 we welcomed Niklas Hellemann, founder of SoSafe.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How Niklas and his co-founders grew SoSafe to 350+ employees company in 4.5 years?💡What are the 2 North Stars you should have in mind when managing your time?💡How to make a company that is attractive to the most ambitious talent on the market?What are the biggest security threats in 2023 and how you can get better prepared for them?About our guest:Niklas Hellemann is a studied psychologist, Social Engineering expert as well as CEO at SoSafe – one of the leading cybersecurity awareness providers in Europe. Besides his background in Business Administration, Niklas studied psychology – which led him to the human approach in the tech-savvy cybersecurity market.Based on behavioral science and data analytics, SoSafe supports companies in enabling their employees to practice secure behaviors in the digital world and establish a sustainable security culture in their organizations.You can connect with Niklas here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhellemann/Website: https://sosafe-awareness.com/company/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #157 we welcomed Rita McGrath, Professor at Columbia Business School.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to spot and address early warnings?💡What are the 3 types of indicators we use to make (business) decisions? 💡How to look at strategy in 2023? 💡What is "intelligent failure" and how to apply it? 💡How to grow a culture of innovation and experimentation?About our guest:Rita McGrath is a best-selling author, a sought-after advisor and speaker, and a longtime professor at Columbia Business School. Rita is one of the world’s top experts on strategy and innovation and is consistently ranked among the top 10 management thinkers in the world, including the #1 award for strategy by Thinkers50.Rita’s work is focused on creating unique insights. She has also founded Valize a companion company, dedicated to turning those insights into actionable capability.McGrath’s recent book on strategic inflection points is Seeing Around Corners:How to Spot Inflection Points in Business Before They Happen (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2019). Rita is the author of four other books, including the best-selling The End of Competitive Advantage (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013).You can connect with Rita here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritamcgrath/Website: RitaMcGrath.com.Twitter: rgmcgrath.Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website: https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #155 we welcomed Boris Krastev, CEO and Co-founder of RemoteMore.  Listen to this episode and learn:  💡All mistakes and lessons Boris and his co-founder encountered in the early days of the company  💡How Boris manages to executive put up 70 hour working weeks  💡What does Boris do to manage effectively a remote team  💡How to manage crises and difficult situations About our guest:  Boris is a founder and CEO of RemoteMore. Him and his team led RemoteMore to grow over 200% YoY in the last 3 years using tactics of discipline, tenacity, planning and the ability to deliver superior customer service. RemoteMore is a marketplace that helps 1.3000+ companies get connect to a 30.000+ developers and work remotely full-time. They started in 2018 when it wasn't obvioust that remote will be the new way of working. Boris has lived 9 years in Denmark, 2 years in Berlin, and 2 years in Chicago.  You can connect with Boris here:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bkrastev/  Website: https://remotemore.com/about/  Email: [email protected]  Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!  __________  Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #154 we welcomed Greta Lempel, HR Manager at Bedrocan. Listen to this episode and learn: 💡 What are the biggest challenges HR leaders are facing in 2023? 💡 How to thrive as an HR leader in dynamic & turbulent times? 💡 How to change our talent attraction process to be able to inspire the best people to join us? 💡 What are the hottest topics when it comes to up-skilling and corporate training? About our guest: Greta is a multicultural people person, with over 20 years of HR experience. She has worked mainly in large corporations and knows the ins and outs of people processes. She has seen successful changes and adversity to change. She has seen inspiring leaders, aspiring leaders, and those who shouldn’t be leaders. Her passion has always been to find the key to connecting with anyone and through trust and psychological safety enable growth and development. She currently works as HR Manager for a well-established medical company, which is now starting up operations in Denmark. She gets to draw the HR landscape and set the agenda for the kind of leadership they want to be known for. Building an environment and culture where people thrive, spurring innovation and growth. You can connect with Greta here: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/greta-lempel-5683446/ Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing! Website: https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #153 we welcomed Sergiu Negut, Co-founder of FintechOS.Listen to this episode and learn: 💡What it takes to grow a fintech startup from the ground to a 300+ people company  💡How to accept and thrive in uncertainty as a founder  💡3 things you should focus on in times of crisis and why we sometimes forget them as leaders  💡The 2 traits Sergiu looks for when hiring a new person About our guest: Sergiu is a reputed entrepreneur, angel investor, speaker, and lecturer at the Maastricht School of Management. He has a positive track record of business growth in different roles (adviser, board member, angel investor, manager) and across different industries (healthcare, IT&C, financial services, HR, consulting). Committed to building powerful teams and backed by a broad experience in business development, including M&A & startups, Sergiu co-founded FintechOS, a company that deploys its technology in more than 20 markets on 4 continents and is backed by some of the most reputable VCs in Europe. Sergiu coordinates Finance & Investor Relations, HR and Operations, bringing his strong contribution to the overall strategy and development of the FintechOS. The company’s centerpiece technology, FintechOS, puts automation and personalization at the heart of innovation, allowing financial services providers to transform the digital customer experience quickly and affordably. In 2020, FintechOS was recognized as Europe’s hottest fintech startup and ranked among the most well-funded VC-backed tech companies in Europe (CB Insights). You can connect with Sergiu here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergiu Website:https://leap.fintechos.com/speakers/sergiu-negut/__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #152 we welcomed Cynthia Zhai, Voice Coach, Professional Speaker (CSP), and Best-Selling Author.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to develop a powerful voice as a leader?💡What is the BAR model and how it can help you develop your full voice?💡What is the connection between colors, emotions and your voice?💡How to overcome the fear of speaking in public and become an influential presenter?About our guest:Cynthia is a Voice Coach, Professional Speaker (CSP), and Best-Selling Author. She’s also a TEDx speaker. She has helped professionals from 46 countries across 6 continents to speak with a powerful voice. Cynthia has been a professional speaker and coach for the past 21 years and her engagement spans 5 continents in 21 countries.You can connect with Cynthia here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiazhai/Website: https://www.powerfulexecutivevoice.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #151 we welcomed Marilyn Zakhour, CEO & Founder of Cosmic Centaurs.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to strengthen your decision-making process?💡How to collect and organize data in order to make quality decisions?💡Practical frameworks to help you be a better decision-maker?💡How to decide how much time to allocate for making a decision?About our guest:Marilyn Zakhour is the CEO & Founder of Cosmic Centaurs, an organizational development consultancy, helping leaders make better decisions about work and the workplace and implement sustainable organizational change.Having spent 10 years in the startup world, building and running digital native companies, and previously the CMO of EMAAR as well as the Head of Dubai Opera, Marilyn knows how to bring the agility of small startups to big corporations. Marilyn also holds an executive MBA from INSEAD.You can connect with Marilyn here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynzakhour/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #150 we welcomed Chris Williams, Microsoft's Former VP of HR.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How Chris rose from starting with only an assistant to being promoted as a VP of HR at Microsoft, being responsible for 30,000+ people and a $2,2 Billion payroll💡Leadership lessons Chris learned from working closely with Bill Gates and having regular 1-1s with him.💡What do all great leaders have in common?💡Career advice for the young, aspiring leaders of todayAbout our guest:Chris Williams is a leadership advisor with over 45 years of experience building and leading teams. He’s written software, built teams at scale, and been the VP of HR at Microsoft.Now he’s an advisor who works with executives to help them become better and smarter leaders.Chris shares leadership videos on social media with over a quarter-million followers and is a regular contributor to Business Insider magazine.You can contact him and find his leadership resources at CLWill.com.You can connect with Chris here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theclwill/Website: https://clwill.com/Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #149 we welcomed Mark C. Crowley, the author of “Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century". Listen to this episode and learn:💡How to get over the feelings of "not good enough" and create a new, more empowering story about yourself💡What does it mean to "lead from the heart" and why is it, not just the right thing to do, but also effective in today's business world?💡How to balance "mind" and "heart" and create a culture of peak performance?And also tons of great stories and examples from Mark's extensive leadership experience. About our guest:Mark C. Crowley is the author of “Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century,” and his mission is to fundamentally change how we lead people in workplaces around the globe. Mark is a regular columnist for Fast Company Magazine and has been published in USA Today, Reuters, Forbes, the Stanford Social Innovation Review, the Huffington Post, Gallup, The Financial Times, CEO Magazine, Great Britain, and the Seattle Times. His two LinkedIn Pulse articles on inspiring a 21 st Century workforce and managing millennials have been read well over a million times. Before writing his book, Mark spent over 20 years in the dog-eat-dog world of Financial Services. He held two national-level positions at one of America’s largest financial institutions where he was named leader of the year. Quite untraditionally, Mark proved that deeply caring about and supporting people, and thereby positively affecting his employee’s hearts had a profound effect on motivating their sustained engagement, loyalty and productivity. New and breakthrough medical research Mark introduces in his book proves that the heart is actually the driver of optimal human performance. A leadership pioneer, Mark shows us that, rather than weak or soft management, leading from the heart is the most informed and enlightened thing a manager or organization can do. Indulge in this insightful conversation between Stoyan and Mark and try to take as much from it as you can! You can connect with Mark here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markccrowley/Website: markccrowley.com Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!__________Website:https://stoyanyankov.com/podcast/

In episode #148 we welcomed Melissa Rosenthal, CCO at ClickUp.Melissa came back to the podcast after her first appearance in 2020.Listen to this episode and learn:💡How Melissa organizes her schedule as an executive?💡What leadership lessons she learned from working closely with 3 very different CEOs?💡How to build a productive and creative team culture?About our guest:Melissa Rosenthal is a highly accomplished and innovative creative professional, with extensive experience in the media industry. She is widely recognized for her exceptional talent in developing and executing creative strategies that captivate audiences and drive business growth.Melissa began her career at BuzzFeed, where she quickly rose through the ranks to become the Vice President of Global Creative. During her time at BuzzFeed, Melissa played a critical role in shaping the company's creative vision and developing groundbreaking campaigns that resonated with millions of viewers worldwide. She was also responsible for managing a team of talented creatives and overseeing the production of multimedia content across various platforms.Following her success at BuzzFeed, Melissa took on the role of Chief Revenue Officer at Cheddar, a media company that focuses on delivering business news and other content to young audiences. In this role, Melissa helped Cheddar expand its reach and diversify its revenue streams, while continuing to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.Most recently, Melissa has taken on the position of Chief Creative Officer at ClickUp, a productivity software company that helps businesses streamline their workflow and increase efficiency. In this role, Melissa has leveraged her extensive experience in creative strategy and digital marketing to help ClickUp develop a compelling brand identity and grow its user base.Indulge in this insightful conversation between Stoyan and Melissa and try to take as much from it as you can!You can connect with Melissa here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissarosenthal5Instagram - https://instagram.com/lifeofmelro?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!

An effective leader is someone who possesses a combination of personal and professional qualities that allow them to guide and motivate their team toward achieving a common goal. Surely, he is more than that, and you will discover that in this podcast! Patrick Flesner has been working in private equity, venture capital, and mergers & acquisitions for two decades. He has invested in and worked with companies throughout the whole of Europe. As an investor, board member, coach, and mentor, he has been passing on his leadership and growth insights to founders, entrepreneurs, managers, leaders, and leadership teams of companies of all sizes. His knowledge and experience in the realm of scaling businesses have been passionately delivered in his bestselling growth handbook ‘Fast Scaling: The Smart Path to Building Massively Valuable Businesses’. Patrick Flesner’s writing has also appeared in the Inc. Magazine, I by IMD, and the MIT Sloan Management Review. As an (independent) board member, he brings his growth and leadership related expertise, knowledge, and experience to the boardroom. Patrick delivers both virtual and in-person workshops and keynotes for leadership teams across the globe. In his keynotes, he wraps all leadership and growth topics into exciting real-life stories that get his audience inspired. The insights and frameworks he shares equip leadership teams to grow their businesses, become highly effective leaders, embrace teamwork, implement change, and reach their biggest goals.Check out Patrick's book, ‘The Leadership House: A Leadership Tale about the Challenging Path to Becoming an Effective Leader’: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/1394191138/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1VMFBDLIAK1WA&keywords=leadership+house&qid=1682580632&sprefix=%2Caps%2C356&sr=8-3

Samantha Yarwood is a seeker of new knowledge and connections who has translated her 20+ years of experience as a global leader, super connector, speaker, and intrapreneur (marketer and innovator) to designing and delivering transformational solutions for an array of customers from startups to blue-chip organizations globally to drive "innervation" for meaningful environmental and social change.Her purpose in life is to act as a catalyst/tool for change to help individuals and organizations reimagine the possible, positively impacting the world. She believes that leadership grows – and that we need to cultivate as much of it as we can to truly transform our world(s). She supports leaders at all levels and sizes of organizations by combining research and practice to help people grow on the job.Samantha holds an Executive Master of Change from INSEAD in France and is currently working on her Doctorate in Business Administration at Durham University and Emlyon.

The future of work is constantly evolving, and there are many potential developments that could shape the way we work in the coming years.Our special guest, Steve Carigan is a highly sought-after talent advisor to leaders and organizations across the globe. Steve advises a wide range of innovative organizations that include Twitter, Eventbrite, Intel, Kellogg’s, The Royal Bank of Scotland, The Royal Bank of Scotland, and the BBC. He is also regularly retained by some of Silicon Valley’s leading VC firms such as Andreesen Horowitz, & Sequoia, as well as top Consulting firms like Deloitte & McKinsey.Steve speaks at conferences and teaches in major universities around the world. His work in helping shape the culture at LinkedIn led Stanford University to build a graduate-level class around this ground-breaking work.  Throughout his career, the teams, cultures, and organizations he has led have been recognized as exceptional, “world-class” performers by the Wall Street Journal and Fortune Magazine.Before launching his firm in 2013, Steve worked as an HR executive for over 25 years at a wide range of companies and industries including ESPRIT, Cisco Systems, Electronic Arts, and capped by serving as the first CHRO for LinkedIn from 2009 through 2012, taking the company from a private firm of 400 employees, through an IPO and helping set it up to be the powerhouse that it has become today.Today Steve serves on the Board of Directors of four companies (two based in Canada) and also sits on the Advisory Board of several other progressive organizations. In August of 2021, Steve published a ground-breaking book on the Future of Work titled Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working. Even before its release, it realized #1 on the Amazon list of Hot New Releases.

ChatGPT is a type of AI language model. It is designed to generate human-like responses to a given prompt or input by using a deep learning algorithm to analyze and learn from vast amounts of text data. Chat GPT can be used for a variety of natural language processing tasks, such as language translation, question-answering, and text summarization.In these fast-paced times, doesn't it sound great to have ChatGPT work instead of you?Our guest, Tim Berce, co-founder of Automatic Content, has a diverse background in marketing, beginning his career in direct response marketing and later serving as the head of email marketing for a large international digital marketing agency. He also worked as the head of content for a leading multinational retailer, where he led content teams and developed B2C and B2B strategies.As a co-founder of Automatic Content, Tim now focuses on building fine-tuned AI language models paving the way for the future of AI-generated content.In addition, Tim worked as a marketing consultant with companies across the US, Europe, and the Middle East.

💡Want to know the behind-the-scenes of a successful podcast for more than 10 years? This podcast is a good way to find out.Podcasting about productivity can be a great way to share your insights, tips, and strategies for helping people get more done in less time. The key to a successful productivity podcast is to provide value to your listeners. Be consistent, stay focused on your niche, and always keep your audience in mind. More tips coming up tomorrow on the podcast.This time our guest is Erik Fisher, who is the producer and host of the Beyond The To-Do List Podcast for over 10 years. Erik has talked with productivity experts as they share how they implement productivity strategies in their personal and professional lives. His mission is to explore all aspects of productivity as a means toward the true end goal: living a meaningful life.#productivity #podcast #perform

High-performing remote teams are teams that are able to work together effectively and efficiently despite being geographically dispersed. These teams are characterized by strong communication, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. Building them requires a different approach than managing teams in a traditional office setting so tune in and find out more! Our guest Shane Spraggs for over 25 years has been driving successful projects for a variety of notable media and software start-ups, and some of the world’s largest brands, including Disney. As CEO of Virtira, Shane’s focus on process improvement has generated immense value for our Fortune 100 clients, and he plays a vital role in developing and implementing cutting-edge systems and strategies that consistently boost the productivity of their remote-based teams. Shane is often praised for his ability to evaluate complex organizational challenges and implement solutions that ensure sustainable success with continuous oversight and improvement. He challenges himself and the team at Virtira to constantly identify areas that will improve productivity for our clients. Shane enlists this same ambitious attitude before he hikes up Knox Mountain every morning - his favorite trail in his hometown of Kelowna, British Columbia. Over the last two years, Shane Spraggs and Virtira Executive Chair Cynthia Watson have been working together to develop and document remote workplace best practices. Their transformative research is featured in their upcoming book “The Power of Remote”, published through Forbes Books and scheduled for release in 2023.

Organizational resilience is the ability of a company to adapt and respond to changes, disruptions, and unforeseen events while maintaining its core functions and objectives. Building up organizational resilience can help companies to not only survive but also thrive during difficult times. Our guest, Judith Jungmann is currently CHRO at Beckers Group. Even after 26 years of focusing on the people topic in organizations, she is still fascinated by a lot of aspects of this broad field. Her motto has been „unleashing potential of individuals and organisations“ for some time now, and she could prove this in different industries in very international environments, both in multinational blue chip companies and smaller-sized organizations. She is convinced that Resilience is the name of the game in those times we are facing now and has been inspired by numerous colleagues, especially in emerging countries, and also her own meditation teacher.

💡Not sure how you can grow your presentation skills? This podcast will help you understand more about it and also have a behind the scene of the largest presentation skills conference. Our guest - Boris Hristov is the founder of boutique presentation agency 356labs and the largest premium presentation skills conference in the world - Present to Succeed. He has delivered top-rated presentations & training in more than 30 countries across the world on topics ranging from storytelling and slide design to public speaking. He and his team build presentations for many of the top-performing in the world. Recently, two of their startup customers were featured on Business Insider and Techcrunch as they successfully raised millions in investment based on the investor decks built by 356labs. Boris is also a LinkedIn Learning and Pluralsight Instructor and holds the Forbes 30 under 30 award. Enjoy listening and stay #focused!

If you want to know more in-depth about behavior management and open communication methods, this podcast might be suitable for you. Beth Lefevre is a team coordinator and trainer for executive teams. She specializes in behavior management, open communication methods and train-the-trainer techniques. Beth has been working for over 30 years to inspire and educate individuals, businesses, and organizational teams to create cooperation, communication, and cultural connection in all areas of their lives. Beth is also, one of the senior master trainers, for The Passion Test for Business, The Passion Test, and The Passion Test for Kids and Teens; traveling the world, facilitating training courses based on the NY Times, best-selling book, by Janet Bray Attwood and Chris Attwood, “The Passion Test, The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Purpose”. Her mission in life is, “To inspire others to discover and BE their highest possibility.”

Heini co-founded and grew Vivino to become the largest wine app in the world with nearly 61 million users and a database of 15,8 million wines. He is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and board member in a number of organizations. His story was recently featured in the Amazon Prime documentary: “Disrupting Wine - a Life of an Entrepreneur”. He is also the founder and host of hashtag#RawStartup”, a platform educating founders and startups to work smarter and grow. Vivino was born out of the frustration Heini had over not knowing which wine to buy. He is credited for bringing a digital revolution to the wine market. Vivino received a total of $221,8 million in funding and is currently a market leader. The story of course wasn’t an overnight success. It took hard work, commitment, and a lot of sacrifices on the way. Tune in and let’s learn together what it really took to build a global company out of Denmark. 🇩🇰

In this episode, Mahdis Gharaei gives valuable insights on: 👩 Why is women's presence in executive-level jobs so low? 🦸‍♀️ Where do negative unconscious biases towards women come from? 👩 Ways to stimulate women to start their own companies 🦸‍♀️ How do you make self-care a priority? 👩 How do you take care of your team? Mahdis is the co-founder & CEO of the female factor, a career platform dedicated to empowering & developing a new generation of female leaders by providing knowledge-driven experiences around personal & professional development, a global mentoring program and a strong network in over 75 countries. She co-founded her first business at age 23 and also served in leadership roles at non-profit organisations such as the World Affairs Council, AustrianStartups and Female Founders. Mahdis is a passionate opportunity maker, diversity advocate, entrepreneur, mentor, podcast host and speaker with a love for business development, sales, negotiations, female leadership and diversity & inclusion. Tune in !

In this special bonus episode on Productivity Mastery, Stoyan Yankov, as the co-founder of The Leaders Who Care, welcomes on The Leaders Who Care podcast Robyn Benincasa, a two-time World Champion Adventure racer, Firefighter and Keynote speaker. Tune in and: ✔️ Dig into the meaning and the true components of TEAMWORK, ✔️ Discover what wonders a truly resilient and purpose-driven team can achieve, ✔️ Hear from the expert in resilience how to endure this difficult time and find strength within, and much more! When the challenges are steep and the competition fierce, Robyn Benincasa provides the tools individuals and organizations need to cross their most challenging finish lines. As a two-time World Champion Adventure racer, San Diego Firefighter, and CNN Hero, Robyn knows a thing or two about creating Human Synergy, or as she puts it, “That magic that allows ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things together.” Through harrowing experiences in places like the jungles of Borneo and the Himalayan peaks, Robyn has studied the good, the bad, and the not-so-pretty of Extreme Teamwork. Her refreshing and unique techniques build and foster impactful, inspired teams that succeed against all odds and turn setbacks into comebacks. Her game-changing keynotes inspire us to grab life with one hand, our teammates with the other and create that special magic that makes each of us stronger together than we could ever be alone. Enjoy the special episode!

This time, the topic is #MentalToughness. Meet the great line-up of this episode's panelists: Luis Villa Del Campo is an expert in designing human experiences, creating innovative services, and helping to transform the organization's culture and processes. During the last 10 years, Luis has worked in Strategy & Design in Fjord and Accenture. Over the years, he has set up service offerings, methods, and tools and built and managed well-respected design teams able to work in complex and critical business environments. Andrew Tarvin, the Humor Engineer whose TEDx talk has been watched by more than 7 million people. Andrew is a former engineer in Procter & Gamble, and since transferring to humor engineering, he has been teaching humor to more than 35 000 people in more than 20 countries. Cristobal Alonso, an experienced serial entrepreneur (3x CEO), serial early-stage investor (150+ investments), and global executive (leading teams and projects up to 500 people). Cristobal leads as CEO, “el Patron” of Startup Wise Guys. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and is serving as Spain's INSEAD Alumni Association President and President of INSEAD Global Entrepreneurship Club. Tune in!

In this very special episode from The Leaders Who Care podcast, Stoyan Yankov, Co-Founder of The Leaders Who Care and Productivity Coach, interviews David Allen - Productivity Guru and Creator of the "GTD" methodology. One of the world’s most influential thinkers on productivity, David’s 35 years experience as a management consultant and executive coach have earned him worldwide recognition. His bestselling book, the groundbreaking “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity”, has sold millions and been published in thirty languages; and the “GTD” methodology it describes has become a global phenomenon, being taught by training companies in more than 90 countries. David, his company, and his partners are dedicated to teaching people how to stay relaxed and productive in our fast-paced world. Tune in!

This time, the topic is Robust Communication! I am excited for moderating another panel with a great line-up, including: Daniel Ackermann, the CEO of Degordian - an independent digital production & marketing agency based in Zagreb Daniel co-founded back in 2009. Today, it’s one of the largest digital marketing agencies in the region. Daniel considers employee satisfaction to be the cornerstone of every successful enterprise, which is why he is so proud of being recognized as a five-time “Best Employer” in Croatia. Daniel also co-founded two sister companies, Mediatoolkit and Bornfight. Together with Degordian, the group now manages over 200 employees. Kaidi Ruusalepp, the founder and CEO of Funderbeam - the global funding and trading platform of private companies. Funderbeam enables companies to raise funds and investors to invest with liquidity, also list existing shares, employee shares and investments of private companies. Platform has investors from 134 countries and is awarded as the Best European Fintech startup in 2017. Kaidi is a former CEO of Nasdaq Tallinn Stock Exchange and of the Central Securities Depository, co-founder of Estonian Service Industry Association, and a former member of Startup Europe Advisory Board at European Commission. Cristobal Alonso, an experienced serial entrepreneur (3x CEO), serial early-stage investor (150+ investments), and global executive (leading teams and projects up to 500 people). Cristobal leads as CEO, “el Patron” of Startup Wise Guys. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and is serving as Spain's INSEAD Alumni Association President and President of INSEAD Global Entrepreneurship Club. Tune in!

This time, the topic is #OptimalEnergy Meet our great line-up: Chris Robins - Chief Customer Officer (and CEO) of Tele2 in Estonia. Chris is a passionate leader of values-based challenger organizations, with a particular focus on customer-centricity, communication and psychology. Chris has lived and worked in 7 countries across North America and Europe, and have covered 13 countries in the scope of the roles of a CMO, CCO, CEO and EIEIO. Radha Patel - an international health expert, yoga teacher since the age of 16, and founder of TOGA. TOGA programs combine the holistic benefits of yoga with the body sculpting and invigorating benefits of modern gym workouts. It uses the underpinning values of Ayurveda, and it brings together the best of East and West to create the health of both body and mind. Viktoriya Vasilenko - founder and CEO of Knowledge Gate Group based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company provides a platform-based solution that connects companies to experts for micro-consultations. They work primarily within the life science sector, having received significant investments from the Danish government. Tune in!

Listen to another exciting #PERFORM Panel Discussion powered by ThePerformBook.com This time, the topic is #FocusAndExecution. I am excited about moderating another panel with a great line-up, including: Hovhannes Avoyan, the founder & CEO of PicsArt, the world’s largest creative platform and social editing app with 150 million monthly active creators. The company is backed by Sequoia Capital, Insight Venture Partners, DCM and Siguler Guff and employs more than 500 people. Avoyan brings more than 25 years of experience in computer programming and global business management. Prior to PicsArt, Avoyan founded five other startups, all of which had successful acquisitions by global companies including Lycos, Bertelsmann, GFI, Teamviewer, and Helpsystems. Cristobal Alonso, an experienced serial entrepreneur (3x CEO), serial early-stage investor (150+ investments), and global executive (leading teams and projects up to 500 people). Cristobal leads as CEO, “el Patron” of Startup Wise Guys. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and is serving as Spain's INSEAD Alumni Association President and President of INSEAD Global Entrepreneurship Club. Vytautas Noreika, the co-founder & COO of ZITICITY - a solution for any business that needs to deliver items to its customers on the same-day or even the same hour. ZITCITY delivers food, parcels, flowers, documents - anything in the same city. The company currently operates in Paris, Tallinn, Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipeda. Tune in!

#PERFORM Panel Discussion powered by ThePerformBook.com This time, topic #3 is Roles & Responsibilities! The panel: Cristobal Alonso, an experienced serial entrepreneur (3x CEO), serial early-stage investor (150+ investments), and global executive (leading teams and projects up to 500 people). Cristobal leads as CEO, “el Patron” of Startup Wise Guys. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and is serving as Spain's INSEAD Alumni Association President and President of INSEAD Global Entrepreneurship Club. Viktoriya Blazheva, an FVP in a leading bank, responsible for its communications strategy, events management, corporate culture, brand management, online communications, sustainability and CSR strategy, sponsorship, and donations, executive, internal and external communications. Tim Hall - a serial entrepreneur who co-founded Simporter to solve the problem of product launch failures in the FMCG industry, by using AI to automate consumer research with big data. He started/exited two companies before Simporter, and earlier progressed to senior levels at F-500 corporations. Tim knows the capital markets, having raised +$60M in equity rounds and +$100M in junior/senior debt for prior startups. He has a 30-year track record of organizing and inspiring teams, ensuring milestones are reached, commercializing new innovations, and M&A. Tune in!

#PERFORM Panel Discussion #2 powered by ThePerformBook.com! This time the topic is #EffectivePlanning. My co-author Cristobal Alonso and I invited 2 successful founders from #NewEurope that were also featured in the book to explore it together in-depth. ➡ How often and how to set company goals and what methods are better than others? ➡ How to master your own self-management as a founder, while having to wear many hats? ➡ How to create a culture where the team grows ownership to prioritize and focus on what matters most? The Panel: Cristobal Alonso, CEO of Startup Wise Guys, Europe's leading B2B Startup Accelerator.  Anna Stepanoff, Founder & CEO of Wild Code School, a leading European tech school offering career-changing programs at 20+ campuses, remotely, or at the company’s offices. Anders Thomsen, Co-founder & CEO of No More Hours, a Danish B2B service company that helps its clients to become more productive by PowerPoint support. Tune in!

Learn more and get a copy of the book at: https://www.theperformbook.com/ #𝟭 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘 & 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘𝗦: ➡ Why is it important for a startup (and any other team) to build a strong culture? ➡ When should founders start to have conversations about it? ➡ What tools and practices work and do not work so well? Participants: Cristobal Alonso, an experienced serial entrepreneur (3x CEO), serial early-stage investor (150+ investments), and global executive (leading teams and projects up to 500 people). Cristobal leads as CEO, “el Patron” of Startup Wise Guys. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and is serving as Spain's INSEAD Alumni Association President and President of INSEAD Global Entrepreneurship Club. Ilma Nausedaite, Co-founder & COO of The Remote Company, a remote-first company that stands behind online products such: MailerLite, MailerCheck, MailerSend and Ycode with a team of 100+ talented people who work from 32 different countries in 14 different time zones. Maris Dagis, Co-founder and CEO of Sellfy, a Latvian e-commerce platform trusted by 300,000+ creators, and also the platform we use to distribute our book. Tune in!

What does it really take to build a successful startup? Is there a recipe that can increase the likelihood of startup success to 50% instead of just 10%? Join the discussion with Cristobal Alonso Wiseguys: CEO of Startup Wise Guys, Europe’s leading B2B accelerator and one of the most active early-stage investment companies in the Nordics & CEE. Cristobal is the ultimate "Make it Happen Person" and a co-author of the forthcoming book: #PERFORM: The Unsexy Truth about (Startup) Success. Tune in to find out: Why defining your team culture should begin as early as possible and how to embrace it and build it forward? What's the best size of a founding team and how to split effectively roles and responsibilities among each other? Why "Speed eats perfection for breakfast", and how to create a culture of relentless execution towards your goals Pre-order today with a 60% Discount: https://www.theperformbook.com/