The FLT Podcast

This week Finnish leadership is… playing the d**k card. 🃏   🚨Trigger warning: parental advisory, explicit content🚨   This week we sit down with the Chairperson at Ferroplan, experienced Board Member, coach and keynote speaker Minna Patosalmi to discuss one of the most important aspects of leadership, cutting through the bulls**t, having difficult conversations and empowering those in your team to do the same. Minna talks about her journey from a trainee to becoming the CEO, her challenges and successes in male dominated industry and how she became a “lovable d**k” to her staff and the leaders around her. Minna brings into focus how many businesses have infantilised their staff through ambiguous language and disconnected processes and what we can do to return to help focus and get things done.    Find out more about Minna and her work here: https://www.minnapatosalmi.fi/ Support the show... FLT LinkedIn: (1) Finnish Leadership Team – FLT podcast: Overview | LinkedIn (1) Finnish  FLT Website: https://the-flt.com/  FLT Support the show: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/  Mark’s LinkedIn: (1) Mark Hayton | LinkedIn Anneli’s LinkedIn: (2) Anneli Karlstedt (she/her) | LinkedIn Alexei’s LinkedIn: (2) Alexei Koveshnikov | LinkedIn Bella’s LinkedIn: (1) Bella Kayumova | LinkedIn Kelly’s LinkedIn: (2) Kelly Keodara | LinkedIn A big thanks to... Bloom Finland: Bloom ry (bloomtogether.fi) Digital Fireworks: www.digitalfireworks.fi Populum: Your People & Culture Experience platform – Populum Helsinki Think Company: https://www.thinkcompany.fi/ Our channels FLT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The-FLT  FLT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Sj5YAyZ8AJGooVYLC8RA6  FLT Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/the-flt-podcast/id1727605372  Podcast 24: https://podcast24.fi/podcastit/the-flt-podcast  PodBean channel: https://the-flt.podbean.com/  

Alexandra Pasternak-Jackson, CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce in Finland, shares insights on optimism's vital role in leadership. She discusses the cultural contrasts between Finnish and American business attitudes and how these shape entrepreneurial dynamics. The conversation highlights the need for kindness in leadership while also embracing rational optimism amidst challenges. Alexandra emphasizes the importance of mentorship and adaptability, particularly as Finland strengthens its presence in the global market.

Joppe Quaedvlieg, an international leader, author, and communication expert, offers intriguing insights into organizational behavior and personal development. He dives into how companies misstep in hiring and the struggle leaders have in articulating their aspirations. Joppe critiques the superficiality of platforms like LinkedIn, challenges the norms of employee engagement, and emphasizes the importance of aligning personal and organizational values. Plus, he shares inspiring stories about building community and connecting with purpose amidst the complexities of modern leadership.

Michaela Kettner, an international leader and personal brand expert, shares her journey from Germany to Finland, offering valuable insights into the Finnish job market. She discusses the importance of self-presentation and authenticity for newcomers navigating job searches. Michaela also contrasts Finnish and German work cultures, emphasizing the relaxed atmosphere in Finland. Listeners will learn unique strategies for making standout applications and effective interviewing, while exploring the balance between authenticity and professional expectations.

Reggie Rusan, an international executive and founder of Simple Tech Solutions, shares his insights on navigating leadership and networking in Finland. He emphasizes the power of personal branding and the challenges of integrating into close-knit communities. The conversation dives into bias within networks, the importance of diversity for innovation, and how leaders can empower their teams. Reggie also reflects on the unique hurdles immigrant entrepreneurs face in Finland, underscoring the vital role of community support in achieving success.

The hosts share festive plans and explore unique Christmas traditions, especially in Finland and Italy. They discuss Finnish leadership's commitment to diversity and the challenges of inclusivity in social networks. The conversation touches on a 'CHAIN' environment defined by negative traits affecting leadership today. With hopes for 2025, they emphasize nurturing junior leaders and the importance of bold communication amidst uncertainty. The episode wraps up with reflections on public dissatisfaction with leaders and holiday greetings.

In our session with Peter Nyman we broke down leadership covering the topics of leadership presence, communication and the perception of Finnish leaders both locally and internationally. This episode we sit down with renowned media figure, entrepreneur, author and communications expert Peter Nyman. We discuss the role of communication in leadership, authenticity, charisma, Finnish leaders’ international appeal, the engineering mindset, running in speedos, the “duckpond” of the swedish-finnish community and much, much more.    https://www.peternyman.fi/   Our channels FLT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The-FLT  FLT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Sj5YAyZ8AJGooVYLC8RA6  FLT Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/the-flt-podcast/id1727605372  Podcast 24: https://podcast24.fi/podcastit/the-flt-podcast  PodBean channel: https://the-flt.podbean.com/   Key Links FLT LinkedIn: (1) Finnish Leadership Team – FLT podcast: Overview | LinkedIn (1) Finnish  FLT Website: https://the-flt.com/  FLT Support the show: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/    Sponsors / Collaborators Bloom Finland: Bloom ry (bloomtogether.fi) Digital Fireworks video production: Home - Digital Fireworks Populum: Your People & Culture Experience platform – Populum Helsinki Think Company: https://www.thinkcompany.fi/ 

In our session with Peter Nyman we broke down leadership covering the topics of leadership presence, communication and the perception of Finnish leaders both locally and internationally. This episode we sit down with renowned media figure, entrepreneur, author and communications expert Peter Nyman. We discuss the role of communication in leadership, authenticity, charisma, Finnish leaders’ international appeal, the engineering mindset, running in speedos, the “duckpond” of the swedish-finnish community and much, much more.    https://www.peternyman.fi/   Our channels FLT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The-FLT  FLT Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Sj5YAyZ8AJGooVYLC8RA6  FLT Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/the-flt-podcast/id1727605372  Podcast 24: https://podcast24.fi/podcastit/the-flt-podcast  PodBean channel: https://the-flt.podbean.com/   Key Links FLT LinkedIn: (1) Finnish Leadership Team – FLT podcast: Overview | LinkedIn (1) Finnish  FLT Website: https://the-flt.com/  FLT Support the show: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/    Sponsors / Collaborators Bloom Finland: Bloom ry (bloomtogether.fi) Digital Fireworks video production: Home - Digital Fireworks Populum: Your People & Culture Experience platform – Populum

In this insightful discussion, Tim Sparv, Assistant coach at Sparta Prague and a former Finnish national team captain, shares his journey from player to coach. He emphasizes the vital role of empathy in leadership and high-performance sports. Tim reflects on the delicate balance between personal ambition and team cohesion, and the unique Finnish traits that shape leadership styles. He also discusses the importance of social responsibility and the emotional challenges athletes face, revealing how these elements contribute to successful coaching.

This week Finnish leadership is... ... ... coaching elite performance. We discuss with Finland and Sparta Prague coach Tim Sparv about the lessons he took from competing at the elite level in football, about the role of a captain, the differences between playing and coaching, the role of empathy in sports, the sacrifices of high performance and the unique traits Finns bring to leadership, competitive roles, taking a stance on social issues and much, much more.   You can follow Tim's inspiring journey on twitter and instagram: https://x.com/timsparv?lang=en, https://www.instagram.com/timsparv/?hl=en Like the show? the support us here: https://the-flt.com/support-the-show/  or contact us: contact@the-flt.com, or got an idea? let's collaborate: https://the-flt.com/services/  Follow us here: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@The-FLT  Spotify Channel: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Sj5YAyZ8AJGooVYLC8RA6  Apple Pod Channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/fi/podcast/the-flt-podcast/id1727605372  PodBean channel: https://the-flt.podbean.com/  With thanks to: https://www.bloomtogether.fi/ bridging nationals and locals together to make better business. and if you're looking to engage your team and boost their performance, then reach out to https://populum.io/ to book a demo, mention the FLT to earn discounts.