In this discussion, Dr. Tessa West, a leading expert in social relationships and Professor at NYU, shares insights from her book, Job Therapy. She explores the emotional complexities of viewing careers as relationships, drawing parallels between dating and workplace dynamics. Dr. West also emphasizes the importance of internal validation over societal pressures, offering practical strategies for navigating career frustrations. Ultimately, she advocates for embracing self-belief to enhance confidence and career satisfaction.

Learn how to convert insights into Strategy Maps to move from consultant to partner. Explore a strategy map for lab market entry in the Southern US, converting insights for effective communication, and using strategy insight maps for discussions with executives.

Former McKinsey partner Viva Ona Bartkus discusses leveraging business in frontline regions to create stability and opportunity. Topics include investing in underserved areas, industries for early investment, business impact in post-conflict Colombia, and lessons from failed projects.

Award-winning marketer and TEDx speaker, Leslie Zane, discusses tapping into the instinctive mind for brand growth. Topics include harnessing the unconscious mind in decision-making, utilizing visual triggers for branding, instinctive marketing in B2B, and reassessing traditional approaches to customer purchases.

Mike Maples Jr, co-founder of FLOODGATE, discusses pattern-breaking success in startups, challenging limiting beliefs, and identifying breakthrough opportunities. He explores the origin of great startup ideas, empowering inflections in startups, and the importance of living in the future for innovation.

In this episode, golf coach and entrepreneur Eric Corgorno shares his tips on growing a business and social media following. He transformed his business revenue from $80K to $1.5 million in less than 5 years and increased his followers to 500K+. Eric emphasizes consistency, quality content, and modeling success for YouTube, offering insights on content creation, equipment, and monetization strategies.

Author Finnian Kelly discusses Intentionality, blending science and spirituality for self-transformation. Topics include breathwork for leaders, beliefs in leadership, accessing the universal mind, and setting intentions for personal growth.

Dr. Rebecca Homkes discusses strategies for leading breakthrough growth in volatile times, emphasizing proactive choices and learning loops. She delves into navigating confirmation bias, strategy transitions, and finding passion in consulting. Tips for managing a busy schedule and promoting her book are also highlighted.

Payam Zamani, Unicorn Founder and CEO of One Planet Group, shares lessons from building a billion-dollar IPO, creating a 'people-first' culture. His journey from fleeing Iran to reacquiring AutoWeb is a story of resilience. The podcast covers challenges of starting a business in the early internet days, raising venture capital, and the importance of businesses beyond profit. Zamani's book 'Crossing the Desert' offers wisdom for navigating life's struggles with hope and guidance.

Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans, discusses the importance of distinguishing trustworthy evidence from misinformation. Topics include navigating bias in decision-making, ethical business practices, critical thinking in relationships, media manipulation, cross-cultural management challenges, and executive decision-making mechanics.