Anatomy of a Leader with Maria Hvorostovsky

Join the waitlist for Anatomy of a Leader events: https://form.typeform.com/to/eDtmkFff Hannah Holland is the founder and CEO of HLD Talent. She’s here to spill insider secrets on how to dominate the digital, podcast, and broadcast space. If you want to understand social media better, or are trying to get a talent agency to notice you, then this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 05:42 - Deciding to Start HLD 09:39 - What Made HLD Successful? 11:33 - Youthful Naivety 14:27 - Convincing People to Believe in You 15:40 - Becoming GK Barry’s Manager 18:33 - What Makes a Great Talent Manager? 20:28 - Selecting Talent 22:00 - Get Noticed by a Talent Manager 29:26 - Developing the Hiring Process 30:53 - Managing a Crisis 34:06 - Matching Talent With the Right Brand 37:52 - Influencing Isn’t Easy 43:08 - Advice for Content Creators 45:20 - How Long Does it Take to Go Viral? 47:29 - Build Follower Engagement 49:42 - The Best Social Media Platform 53:08 - Future of Social Media 54:54 - The Future of HLD Talent In 2019, Hannah started HLD Talent - an entertainment agency representing diverse leaders in digital, broadcast and podcast talent - at only 24 years old. HLD has quickly become a leading talent management company in London, known for developing commercial and PR talent, and building lasting media careers. Their roster features broadcast and digital talent, including podcasts like Saving Grace and Girls Know Nothing. Before HLD, Hannah worked as a marketing manager for SIXTY6MAG, and moved onto managing people at S66MGMT, where her charges included model Demi Rose Mawby and TV personality Megan Barton-Hanson. Hannah Holland: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-holland-2a6906b8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hldtalent Website: https://hldtalent.com/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting This week’s guest broke into the acting industry in her 40s. All thanks to social media. This week I revisited my chat with Clara Batten, TikTok comedy content creator, actress and author of “Gin and Phonics”. Clara tells me about the differences of being an actor then and now, how social media can bring exciting and unexpected opportunities, and why she wouldn’t do standup. If you’re an actor looking for new ways of putting yourself out there, then this episode is for you. Clara Batten: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clara_batten_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clara_batten_ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting This week I revisited my chat with Louise Howells, a leadership coach and entrepreneur. In this episode we talk about how being promoted doesn’t necessarily mean you should lead, and why your team is the most important thing as a leader. Louise also offers some tips on the do’s and don’ts for new managers. If you’re a recently promoted manager struggling to adjust to your new role, or just looking for some advice on how to make your department run more smoothly, then this episode is for you. Louise Howells: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisehowells/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipwithlouise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershipwithlouise YT: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershipwithlouise Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycareerwithmaria/?img_index=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting The Olympics have just come to an end, which reminded me of a conversation I had with former sweep rower and Olympic gold medalist, Grace Prendergast. If you’re mourning the end of the Olympics, or even if you’re trying to find your passion or thinking of transitioning careers, then this episode is for you! Grace Prendergast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-prendergast-493106198/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graceprendergast.nz/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting This week, I revisited my chat with Aaron Knightley, an investor, TikToker and business owner, where we talk about when and why you should quiet quit, why a lot of people hate their jobs, learning financial literacy and how to avoid falling down the rabbit hole of chasing a higher life. If you’re sick of your 9 to 5 or need to learn how to live a lean financial life, then this episode is for you. Aaron Knightley: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronknightley-peakperformanceevents-knightleyinvestments/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronknightleyofficial/?hl=en-gb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aaron_knightley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092430635610 Website: https://www.aaronknightley.co.uk/home Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycareerwithmaria/?img_index=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting You can’t lead if you can't take care of yourself. This week I revisited my chat with Angela Cretu, the former CEO of Avon, where she talks about choosing not to do it all, nurturing your support network and taking reset moments. If you’re overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out or all three, and need some positivity as well as tips on how to relax, then this snippet is just what you need! Angela Cretu: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-cretu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angela_cretu/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avon_uk Website: https://avon.uk.com/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Educational psychologist Dr. Patricia Britto talks about attachment theory, the cry it out method and how parents can support their neurodivergent kids. If you want to raise future leaders, are a parent of a neurodivergent child, or are wondering why you’re such an anxious adult, then this episode is for you. If you loved this episode, go and check out the full one for more great insights from Patricia! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziQ7p_5MhfY Dr Patricia Britto: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edpsy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drp.educationalpsychologist/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here - Vote for us in Listener’s Choice category at British Podcast Awards - click the link to vote - https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Nick Beighton - former CEO of ASOS and Matches Fashion. He is here to show you what it takes for a CEO to grow a company from 200 million to 4 billion. If you’re a CEO looking for tips on hiring well, growing your company’s success, or are wondering if you’ve got what it takes to pivot into a new leadership role, then tune in. Timestamps: 00:00 - Trailer and Introduction 02:17 - Learning to Take Care of Your Brain 10:59 - Losing His Father and Being Shaped by the Experience 13:01 - Jumping On New Opportunities 17:11 - Becoming a Finance Controller at Matalan 20:21 - How Did You End Up at ASOS? 23:13 - How Did You Make the Transition From CFO to CEO? 24:57 - The Advantages of a Finance Background 27:25 - When a Phrase Becomes a Part of ASOS’s Core Values 29:42 - How a Chameleon Phone Helped ASOS Avoid a Cash Flow Crisis 31:58 - What Is the Main Reason for ASOS’s Success? 34:46 - What Has Been Your Biggest Failure? 35:36 - It’s Not Failure; It’s a Learning Experience 37:05 - Pivoting From CFO to CEO 39:32 - How Do You Create Followership? 42:23 - Starting a Role at Matches 44:16 - What Went Wrong at Matches?  48:36 - What Do People Need to Know About E-Commerce? 51:43 - The Future of E-Commerce 53:36 - Advice for Aspiring CEOs 01:03:03 - Have You Hired Someone and it Went Wrong? 01:08:24 - Advice to Your Younger Self 01:11:45 - The Importance of Resilience 01:18:41 - What’s in Store For the Future? Nick Beighton is the former CEO of Matches Fashion, a leading global online luxury retailer. In 2015, Nick became CEO of ASOS. During his time as CEO, ASOS grew twenty-fold, both in the UK and around the world. Previous to ASOS, Nick was Head of Finance at Matalan in 1999. Before Nick moved into the fashion sector, however, he qualified as a chartered accountant, and worked at KPMG for ten years. Currently, he’s the Chairman of Secret Sales and Non-Executive Director at Raging Bull. Nick Beighton: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nick-beighton-3867023X: Website: https://x.com/asos_nickb Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvoX: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.comPodcast filmed, edited and produced by:https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Vote for us here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Alison Cork is the youngest female founder of a publicly quoted company. She is also founder of Alison at Home and National Women’s Enterprise Week. She’s here to show you how to find your calling, how to succeed in business and how to live well. If you’re an enterprising female entrepreneur, or are seeking ways to improve your quality of life, you need to watch this episode. Timestamps: 00:00 - Trailer and Introduction 02:16 - Why We Need More Female Role Models 04:25 - Supporting and Nurturing your Child’s Instinctive Skills 11:07 - Is Being an Entrepreneur an Innate Trait? 13:51 - Leaving Cambridge University to Run a Publishing Company 24:09 - Needing Authenticity in Marketing 29:25 - Going Through Fraud 38:48 - Stepping Back From Bad Friends 44:32 - Are Women More Flakey Than Men? 46:41 - Why Talented Women Aren’t Retained in the Workforce 52:22 - What Do You Do in Your Second Half of Life? 01:00:59 - What the UK is Getting Wrong With Food 01:09:06 - Getting a New Lease on Life at 60 01:11:31 - The Benefits of Strength Training 01:15:45 - Starting National Women’s Enterprise Week 01:17:50 - What Can be Done About the Disparity of Funding for Female Founders? 01:20:21 - How Can People Help Support Female-Led Enterprises? 01:23:55 - What’s Next? Alison Cork is an interiors expert, entrepreneur, author, and TV presenter. She is the founder and CEO of alisonathome.com and Make It Your Business. She has also started National Women’s Enterprise Week - a week of events and activities designed to celebrate female entrepreneurs throughout the UK. In 1992, she co-founded Carnell Ltd with John P Gommes. She debuted on ITV in 1996 with Home In The Country and has since presented various home interest shows, including Countdown To Christmas, Domestic Magic, Homes & Property, 60 Minute Makeover, Help I Hate My House!, and Secret Removers. Since 2014, she has regularly appeared on QVC with her interiors collections. Alison Cork: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisoncork_home/ X: https://x.com/AlisonCork?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Website: https://www.nwew.co.uk/ Website: https://alisonathome.com/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.

Join the waitlist for Anatomy of a Leader events: https://form.typeform.com/to/eDtmkFff Berta Maso is an HR strategist and leadership coach. She is here to teach you how to reinvent yourself. If you want your professional life to fully align with your life’s vision, then this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 - Trailer and Introduction 08:26 - Mothers Need a Support Network 11:45 - Starting a HR Consultancy 13:59 - Becoming Passionate About Helping People Reinvent Themselves 15:34 - Why You Should Try Things Out 17:50 - When is the Right Moment to Quit Your Job? 23:48 - Advice For Figuring Out Your Superpowers 27:55 - You’re Not As Self-Aware as You Think 29:26 - When Did You Discover Your Strengths? 32:35 - Why You Get Lightbulb Moments When You Least Expect Them 35:13 - Are Companies Getting On Board With People Taking Time Off? 38:18 - How the HR Function Has Changed Since Covid 41:04 - Is it More Possible For Women to Work in Corporate Jobs Now? 44:02 - Freelancers Learn Skills They Wouldn’t Learn in Corporate 45:01 - What’s Holding Corporate Companies Back from Hiring Freelancers? 49:13 - What’s Wrong With the Luxury Fashion Industry? 51:31 - What Will it Take to Have More Women at the Top? 54:48 - The System Doesn’t Help Mothers 01:01:29 - Are Things Changing too Slowly? 01:02:17 - Advice for Making Connections 01:01:57 - How Can You Find Berta Maso? Berta Maso has been working with leaders for over 25 years now; firstly as a HR executive for luxury brands such as Burberry, Dior and Michel Kors, and then as a performance & leadership coach for C-suite executives and small business owners. In 2018, she pivoted from Corporate HR into entrepreneurship, creating a boutique HR consultancy firm which provided HR services to emerging and well established Luxury Brands. Berta Maso: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bertamaso/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/berta_maso/ Website: https://www.bmscoaching.eu/ Maria Hvorostovsky: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariahvo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariahvo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maria_hvo X: https://twitter.com/mhvorostovsky HVO Search: https://www.hvosearch.com Podcast filmed, edited and produced by: https://www.londonbeautyphotographer.com Need help HIRING – http://www.hirewithmaria.com LEAVE A REVIEW: If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts make sure to Follow, Rate, and leave a REVIEW.