

The Brand Called You
The Brand Called You
Welcome to ‘The Brand Called You’, a platform that brings you Leadership Lessons, Knowledge, Experience and Wisdom from leading Global personalities from diverse backgrounds, who have contributed significantly to make the world a better place.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
Listen to the brightest minds from the world of business, startups, technology, professionals, arts and social sector. Stay in the know as we talk to high achievers and gurus from across the world.
Find out what is shaping the world.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jan 20, 2025 • 27min
Creditism for a Shared Future | Remzi Bajrami, Author and Co-founder, Common Planet Foundation
On The Brand Called You, a visionary leader Remzi Bajrami, co-founder of the Common Planet Foundation shares how his revolutionary concept of Creditism seeks to transform our economic system from debt-driven capitalism to a credit-based model that fosters equality, sustainability, and purpose. Inspired by his daughter's challenge to find solutions, Remzi shares a compelling blueprint for a fairer world.
00:36- About Remzi Bajrami
Remzi Bajrami is the co-founder of the Common Planet Foundation.
He is also an author.

Jan 18, 2025 • 25min
Unlocking Leadership with Neuropsychology | Dr Steve Swavely, CEO and Founder, Evolution Leadership Coaching
In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Steve Swavely, founder of Evolution Leadership Coaching shares about his journey from clinical psychology to leadership coaching. Steve discusses the profound impact of neuropsychology on leadership, offering valuable lessons on self-awareness, building relationships, and optimizing team performance. He shares real-world examples, including the struggles and growth of executives, and explains how understanding the human system can transform leadership effectiveness.
00:41- About Dr Steve Swavely
Steve is the chief executive officer.
He is the founder of Evolution Leadership Coaching.
He is the author of a book titled Ignite Your Leadership: The Power of Neuropsychology to Optimize Team Performance.

Jan 18, 2025 • 23min
A Creative Leadership Journey | Kainaz Karmakar, Chief Creative Officer, Ogilvy India
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Kainaz Karmakar, Chief Creative Officer at Ogilvy India shares her unique journey from advertising to her fearless approach to creativity and bravery in campaigns, Kainaz shares valuable insights on leadership, overcoming challenges, and how advertising can reflect and shape cultural narratives.
00:36- About Kainaz Karmakar
Kainaz is the chief creative Officer of Ogilvy, India.
She has been on the list of 50 most impactful women in advertising and marketing in 2022, Forbes featured her in the F power 22 self-made women of India.
She has also been a member of the jury at Cannes, Spikes, One Show, D&AD, Clio, and ADC.

Jan 17, 2025 • 27min
Unlocking Marketing Wisdom | Monique Hayward, Chief Marketing Officer, Enactify.ai; Author
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Monique Hayward, a seasoned CMO and entrepreneur with experience at Microsoft, Intel, and now Enactify.AI, discusses how AI is transforming marketing, the challenges women entrepreneurs face, and the importance of personal branding. She also shares insights from her books, Get Your Hustle On and Divas Doing Business, offering advice on building a fulfilling career and navigating business landscapes.
00:43- About Monique Hayward
Monique is the Chief Marketing Officer of enactify.ai.
She was earlier with Microsoft Intel and Tektronix. She's the author of two books titled Divas Doing Business and Get Your Hustle On.

Jan 17, 2025 • 22min
Mastering Leadership: 101 Essential Tips | James M Kerr, Founder, Indispensable Leadership Community; Author, The Indispensable Leader’s Handbook
In this episode of The Brand Called You, James Kerr, founder of the Indispensable Leadership Community and author of The Indispensable Leader’s Handbook shares leadership tips on mindset, strategy, trust, culture, and managing change, offering practical advice for leaders seeking to drive success and growth in any organization.
00:40- About James M Kerr
James is the founder of the Indispensable Leadership Community.
He is also the author of the book titled “The Indispensable Leader’s Handbook: 101 Tips From a Top-Ranked Business Coach.

Jan 16, 2025 • 26min
Digital Detox for Effective Leadership | Colin D Corby, CEO and Founder, Technology Wellbeing Ltd
In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Colin Corby, a digital wellness entrepreneur shares the importance of a digital detox in today's tech-driven world. Colin shares his journey from tech to wellness, explaining the benefits of balanced screen time and how digital detox can enhance leadership, mental health, and overall well-being. Discover how simple changes can foster productivity and resilience in both professional and personal life.
00:37- About Colin D Corby
Colin is the chief executive and founder of Technology Wellbeing Limited, which is a digital detox and well-being organization.
He is also the creator of The Digital Detox Coach.

Jan 16, 2025 • 26min
Strategies for Overcoming Stagnation & Achieving Peer Leadership | Rajesh Nagjee, CEO Mentor & Coach; Author, ‘Lost in the Labyrinth’
In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Rajesh Nagjee, a CEO mentor, coach, and author, shares the dynamics of forums and peer leadership. With 15 years of research and a wealth of experience in mentoring top CEOs, Rajesh reveals the emotional toll of stagnation in forums and shares proven strategies to reignite engagement and drive growth. Learn about the vital competencies for effective delegation and the power of peer accountability in leadership.
00:44- About Rajesh Nagjee
Rajesh is a CEO mentor and coach.
He's the author of a book titled Lost in the Labyrinth, The Emotional Toll of Forum Stagnation.

Jan 15, 2025 • 23min
Timeless Legacy of a Trailblazer | Sahar Zaman, Media Personality and Author, ‘Talat Mahmood: The Definitive Biography’
Join Sahar Zaman on The Brand Called You, an award-winning journalist and author. Dive into the legacy of Talat Mahmood, a legendary playback singer, ghazal pioneer, and music activist, through Sahar's deeply personal and rigorously researched biography. From groundbreaking world tours to activism for artists' rights, this episode celebrates a story of passion, innovation, and timeless music.
00:36- About Sahar Zaman
Sahar is an award-winning TV news editor and a non-fiction author.
Her debut book is titled ‘Talat Mahmood: The Definitive Biography’.

Jan 15, 2025 • 28min
Mastering Communication for Innovative Leaders | Cindy Skalicky, Founder, On Point Communications, LLC
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Cindy Skalicky, founder of On Point Communications, discussed her unexpected journey from rhetorical theory studies to founding her communications firm. She highlighted the importance of executive communication skills, often neglected in corporate training, and identified three key areas: confidence, non-verbal communication, and storytelling. Cindy emphasized the power of storytelling, noting it is 22 times more effective than data. She also explained Aristotle's persuasive theory, balancing ethos, pathos, and logos. Cindy's forthcoming book, "Red Light, Green Light," focuses on mastering messaging in innovation and business, aiming to help leaders transition their audience from skepticism to action.
00:35- About Cindy Skalicky
Cindy Skalicky is the founder of On Point Communications LLC, a communications consulting firm.
She is a professional speaker and author, and her forthcoming book is titled "Red Light, Green Light: How to Master Your Message in Innovation and Business."
She has experience training Fortune 500 leaders in science and technology.

Jan 14, 2025 • 38min
From Space Medicine to Holistic Health | Filippo Ongaro, Medical Doctor, Author, Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Filippo Ongaro, a medical doctor and entrepreneur, discusses his journey from a bodybuilding enthusiast to a flight surgeon for the European Space Agency, where he studied muscle and bone loss in astronauts. This led to his interest in anti-aging and health promotion, leading him to found Inner Force and Me Too Ongaro. He emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet, regular exercise, and stress management for longevity. Ongaro also highlights the role of neuro coaching in helping people adopt healthy habits and criticizes superficial health solutions like plastic surgery. He defines success as impactful change and aims to inspire others to improve their health and happiness one life at a time.
00:33- About Filippo Ongaro
Filippo Ongaro is a doctor, former ESA flight surgeon, entrepreneur, and author.
His passion for sports led to his specializing in sports medicine, which then led to work with astronauts on preventing muscle/bone loss in space.
He transitioned focus from personal/financial goals to maximizing positive impact on people's health and well-being