The World Class Leaders Show: Master High-Stakes Leadership: Learn from Top CEOs and World-Renowned Leaders

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ------------------------------------------------------------------------- It’s the secret nobody admits: being a CEO is lonely. The higher you go, the fewer safe spaces you have to think, to share doubts, to ask for help. In this episode, I’ll reveal the hidden price of CEO loneliness, why it’s rising these days, and three ways to build support without losing authority.   - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 132,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” and start leading with confidence today! 👉 Download Now - https://bit.ly/10-foolproof-ceo-strategies ---------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone speaks with Ole Rosgaard, President and CEO of Greif, as he brings 25+ years of global leadership across public, private, and PE firms. A former military officer and Harvard Business School alumni, he shares how living in five countries shaped his “people-first” style. Ole gives insights into building resilient teams, scaling Greif’s success through culture, innovation, and AI, and leading with purpose in a fast-changing world. Ole shares how CEOs can grow by being uncomfortable, staying curious, and putting people first. He explains how leaders should build trust, lead with purpose, and create a safe space for teams to try, fail, and learn. With clear stories and advice, Ole shows how culture, resilience, and clear values help leaders guide their people through change. He also shares how using data, instincts, and teamwork can drive smart decisions and lasting success in today’s fast-moving world. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why being uncomfortable helps leaders grow and get better. How to build a people-first culture that drives strong results. Why trust, values, and clear thinking matter in tough times. Ways to lead big changes using data, instincts, and courage. How to support teams by making risk-taking and learning safe. Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser and introduction of Ole Rosgaard [03:07] - How working across 5 continents shaped his leadership [04:12] - From Denmark to the UK: Ole’s start in business [07:13] - Why discomfort is key to personal and career growth [13:09] - Taking risks and trusting instincts as a CEO [15:56] - What Greif does and its impact on daily life [21:26] - Why Harvard made Greif a business case study [27:43] - Ole’s CEO transition and time management tips [33:18] - Leading as an introvert and embracing discomfort [39:07] - Handling uncertainty and turning stress into energy [40:42] - Where to follow Ole and learn more about his work Follow Our Guest Ole Rosgaard: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orosgaard/  Greif: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greif/  Greif (Website): https://www.greif.com/  Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading a team, driving change, or building a strong work culture, this talk with Ole Rosgaard shares real stories, simple tools, and smart lessons to lead with courage, clarity, and heart in today’s fast-changing world. #Leadership #PeopleFirst #GrowthMindset #ResilientTeams #OleRosgaard #Greif #WorldClassLeadersShow

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Most CEOs obsess over strategy design — the off-site, the big slide deck, the bold direction. But the truth is, strategy rarely fails in design. It fails in execution. In this episode, I’ll explain why execution is the graveyard of strategy, the mistakes that derail it, and the three practices that separate companies who execute brilliantly from those who don’t.   - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 128,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” and start leading with confidence today! 👉 Download Now - https://bit.ly/10-foolproof-ceo-strategies __________________________________________ In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone speaks with Chris O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of GrowthLoop. Chris is a board director at Gap Inc. and an advisor to several AI companies. He is also the founder of Bobcaygeon Capital LLC & has over 25 years of leadership experience at companies like Google, and believes in using AI and data to drive business growth. Chris shares lessons on leadership, change, and innovation, and how CEOs can lead with clarity and confidence during this fast AI transformation. Chris shares how CEOs can lead better in the AI era by staying curious, embracing change, and thinking big. He explains how leaders should focus on solving real problems, building strong teams, and using AI to move faster. With clear advice and real stories, Chris shows how a learning mindset, open thinking, and smart risk-taking can help leaders grow, adapt, and lead with purpose in fast-changing times. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why AI is changing how leaders think and act in today’s fast world. How to build strong teams that grow with speed and purpose. Why mindset and curiosity matter more than tech skills in AI. Ways CEOs can lead change without knowing all the answers. How to test new ideas fast and build better habits at work. Timestamps: [00:00] - Teaser & Introduction of Chris O’Neill [03:32] - What GrowthLoop does and how AI powers it   [06:12] - Why Chris still believes in the Bay Area for innovation   [09:09] - How AI changes product fit and team roles   [13:06] - Why mindset shift is key to working with AI   [16:51] - How non-tech CEOs can lead in the AI era   [22:00] - Facing fear and helping teams embrace change   [29:50] - What skills and habits leaders now need to grow   [34:34] - Smart risk-taking and testing with AI tools   [39:52] - Building a fast culture without losing direction   [44:13] - Where to follow and learn more from Chris O’Neill Follow Our Guest Chris O’Neill: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/croneill/  GrowthLoop: https://www.linkedin.com/company/growthloop-co/  Gap Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gap-inc-/  Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading in fast-changing times, exploring AI, or rethinking how to grow your team, this talk with Chris O’Neill shares clear ideas, smart tools, and real lessons to lead with speed, focus, and confidence. #Leadership #AITransformation #CEOMindset #TeamGrowth #ChrisO’Neill #GrowthLoop #WorldClassLeadersShow

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ------------------------------------------------------------------------- For decades, CEOs have relied on the same leadership playbook: stability, control, hierarchy. But in 2025, that playbook is broken. In this episode, I’ll explain why the old rules no longer work, the traps leaders fall into by following them, and the three leadership shifts every CEO must make to stay relevant and effective today.   - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 126,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” and start leading with confidence today! 👉 Download Now - https://bit.ly/10-foolproof-ceo-strategies ---------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone talks with Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann, Founding Member of RMK Group, LLC &  Board Member at Fifth Era Acquisition Corporation (NASDAQ Ticker: FERA). Rebecca is Executive Mentor at The ExCo Group, Advisor to Notabene, Advisory Board Member at DigitalDx Ventures, International Advisory Board Member at idclear, Advisor at Limitless Bridge Capital, and a leadership advisor. She led Citi California during the 2008 crisis and is co-author of the book FitCEO. She now helps CEOs and founders build strong cultures and reinvent their leadership for long-term growth, health, and impact. Rebecca shares how CEOs can lead better by focusing on culture, self-awareness, and reinvention. She explains how leaders must build strong teams, set clear boundaries, and care for their health to stay effective. With honest advice and clear steps, Rebecca shows how small changes in habits and mindset can help leaders handle stress, inspire others, and grow with purpose and balance. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why culture is key in times of crisis and how it drives real change. What stops CEOs from making bold moves, and how fear and ego play a role. How leaders can reinvent themselves and lead with more clarity. Ways to build healthy habits that make leadership more sustainable. Simple tools from Rebecca’s book FitCEO to manage stress and grow. 📘Lead with balance and purpose with Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann’s best-selling book FitCEO: Be the Leader of Your Life! Order your copy now! Visit: https://a.co/d/5308Cgv  Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Teaser & Introduction of Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann [04:09] - Lessons from leading Citibank through a crisis [08:21] - What scares CEOs about changing culture? [14:25] - How ego and fear hold leaders back [16:21] - Reinventing yourself as a CEO [22:44] - Moving from doing to inspiring as a leader [25:39] - How CEOs can lead with more balance? [31:17] - Building healthy routines and boundaries [39:33] - Simple tips for long-term leadership success [42:47] - Where to follow and learn more from Rebecca   Follow Our Guest Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-m-k/ Website: https://rmkgroupllc.com/   RMK Group, LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rmk-group-llc/  The ExCo Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/excoleadership/  DigitalDx Ventures: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digitaldx/  idclear: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idclear/  Citi: https://www.linkedin.com/company/citi/  Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading through a crisis, facing burnout, or looking to build a stronger team culture, this talk with Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann offers real tools, smart habits, and fresh ideas for lasting leadership success. #Leadership #CultureShift #CEOWellbeing #Reinvention #FitCEO #RebeccaMacieiraKaufmann #WorldClassLeadersShow

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ever wonder why your team isn’t hitting the performance levels you know they’re capable of? It might not be about them—it could be about you. Leadership mistakes can quietly sabotage your team’s effectiveness, productivity, and morale. In today’s episode. I’ll break down three common leadership mistakes that could be killing your team’s performance and, more importantly, how to fix them right away. - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 122,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Loneliness at work isn’t just a mental health issue. It’s an organizational risk. And if you think it only happens to remote employees or introverts… think again. It’s showing up in leadership teams, high performers, and boardrooms. In this episode, I’ll break down the hard link between workplace loneliness and burnout—and give you five moves to redesign connection at scale. - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 122,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” and start leading with confidence today! 👉 Download Now - https://bit.ly/10-foolproof-ceo-strategies ---------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of The World Class Leaders Show, host Andrea Petrone speaks with Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice at London Business School and a global authority on the future of work. She is the CEO & Founder of HSM Advisory. Lynda is Fellow at the World Economic Forum, and the author of 11 books including Redesigning Work and The 100-Year Life. Her work has supported over 90 companies in adapting to changing workforce dynamics, hybrid models, and evolving leadership demands. Lynda shares how leaders can navigate uncertainty by reshaping how work is structured and how culture is lived. She discusses the emergence of a new kind of CEO, globally minded, emotionally aware, and focused on sustainable performance. With clear & experienced insights, Lynda Gratton highlights how leaders can move beyond outdated practices and embrace more flexible, people-centered strategies to foster growth and resilience. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The key forces reshaping the future of work and their impact on CEOs. How the pandemic reshaped organizational norms and how CEOs are navigating hybrid work. Why a new breed of CEO is emerging, and how they approach leadership differently. Insights from Lynda’s book Redesigning Work on task-based thinking versus job-based thinking. How talent strategies are evolving, with a focus on flexibility, innovation, and lifelong learning. 📘Transform the way you lead and work with Lynda Gratton’s bestselling books Redesigning Work and The 100 Year Life! Order your copies today! Visit: https://www.lyndagratton.com   Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Teaser & Introduction of Lynda Gratton [02:53] - Forces reshaping the future of work [06:17] - The rise of a new kind of CEO [11:02] - Rethinking work through tasks and skills [13:46] - Hybrid work and evolving workplace norms [20:46] - Rethinking career paths in a longer work life [27:25] - New talent strategies: Build, Buy, Borrow & Bridge [27:59] - What people-centered organizations do differently [32:06] - Culture and leadership integrity [36:29] - Identity and its impact on leadership [42:47] - Lynda’s personal turning point and life philosophy [45:16] - Where to follow Lynda Gratton   Follow Our Guest Lynda Gratton: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynda-gratton-3b179813/  Website: https://lyndagratton.com/  Instagram:  X: https://x.com/lyndagratton  London Business School: https://www.linkedin.com/school/london-business-school/  HSM Advisory: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hsm-advisory/  Roleshare: https://www.linkedin.com/company/roleshare/    Follow our Host Andrea Petrone on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapetrone_x/ Follow The World Class Leaders Show and Stay updated: Subscribe to The World Class Leader Show: https://shorturl.at/E9WE7 Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dMRp6 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-world-class-leaders-show/ Website: https://www.andreapetrone.com/podcast/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/DSHUl Apple: https://shorturl.at/JZAmQ ⭐If you're leading through change, navigating hybrid teams, or rethinking your career and culture strategies, this conversation with Lynda Gratton is packed with clarity, vision, and actionable guidance for the future of work. #Leadership #FutureOfWork #HybridWork #OrganizationalCulture #TalentStrategy #LyndaGratton #WorldClassLeadersShow

Want to establish authority and lead with confidence from Day One as a CEO? Grab your FREE copy of “10 Foolproof Ways New CEOs Establish Authority From Day One” 👉 Download Now ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- The 9–5 is gone—and what replaced it is worse. Microsoft calls it the infinite workday: emails at 6 a.m., meetings after 8 p.m., weekend check-ins, and no room to think. According to Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index, we’re now living in an infinite workday. Here’s what they found across 31 countries and 31,000 employees: 42% check emails before 6 a.m. 29% return to their inbox after 10 p.m. 20% of employees log on during weekends Late-evening meetings are up 16% year-over-year The average employee faces nearly 300 notifications daily This isn’t just about workload. It’s a culture problem—and it’s crushing focus, energy, and performance. Here’s what you’ll take away today: Why the infinite workday is the real productivity crisis What message your behavior sends (even when you say nothing) Five smart interventions to protect performance and people - Like my work? Follow or connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapetrone/ - Want to become a world-class leader? Join 116,000+ leaders who read my weekly insights here: https://www.andreapetrone.com/newsletter/