Productivity Mastery

🚀 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/