MasterStroke with Monica Enand & Sejal Pietrzak

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!Infrastructure in business is very much like our ability to plan for expansion and the  ability to properly scale. What about our personal infrastructure?Monica and Sejal share their practical life hacks and invaluable tips to balance demanding schedules both at home and work. We kick things off by discussing the critical role of a supportive family and network in building a strong infrastructure for efficiency. From engaging a personal shopper and stylist to savvy travel tips like keeping a carry-on bag partially packed with essentials to maintaining duplicate sets of toiletries and chargers. Discover the secrets or ‘life hacks’ to staying organized and always ready for the expanding demands of life and business. That's not all! Joining the conversation is Susie Wright Fashion Editor and Influencer. We will dive into the world of content creation as we explore how to build trust and authenticity with audiences/customers. Susie shares her journey from Nordstrom buyer  to becoming a fashion blogging sensation. Discover the power of foundational wardrobe pieces for busy professionals and how looking polished can significantly boost your confidence and workplace presence.Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!Mold of A LeaderWhat are your guiding principles, rally cry, north star?How do you show up as a leader?Are your leadership values authentic to who you are as a person?Join us as Monica and Sejal share their leadership values and principles and what they  admire in a leader. They will break down the importance of having clear objectives in a Rally Cry as outlined in Patrick Lencioni’s book The Advantage.How Fluid should Leadership be? Listen to find out Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!“I don't think that I have ever been given a promotion without asking for it…”Whether you're a seasoned professional or still rising through the ranks, this episode arms you with practical insight to steer your career toward success. Monica and Sejal discuss how to strategize and initiate asking for a promotion or next steps towards career advancement. Their conversation centers the importance of transparent communication with leaders while navigating the intersection of professional readiness and business need. Join us for a dialogue that's not just talk: it's your career advancement toolkit.Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!It’s how you make them feel!Pitching isn't just about selling products; it's about selling ideas, visions, and, ultimately, yourself.  People do business with other people. There is a personal element to everything that we do. Find the shared interest, capture attention! Join hosts Monica Enand and Sejal Pietrzak for a special episode on what it take to have a successful pitch. Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!We are celebrating all things Mom on this special MasterStroke Mother’s Day episode, and ‘the daughters have taken the mic.Join Marisa Natarajan (Monica's daughter) and Raina Pietrzak (Sejal’s daughter) as they put their moms in the hot seat.This is an intimate and meaningful mother daughter conversation that covers everything from generational differences to life choices, career uncertainty, regret, and why PURPOSE should be a priority in all decisions. It ends with a fun rapid fire round of would she rather…spoiler alert! 80s rap and Dolly Parton!You don’t want to miss this episode. You will get a glimpse of these CEOs that can only be revealed through the eyes of their daughters.Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!Work can expand to fill the time… A critical management tool for every busy executive is the practice of Time Boxing. The act of compartmentalization or boxing out time in calendar to focus on a specific task is a survival tactic for everyone juggling the demands of work and family.Co-hosts Monica Enand and Sejal Pietrzak attribute time boxing to much of their success as busy executives, wives and mothers. Blocking out and guarding ‘me time’ paves the way to greater efficiency, productivity  and focus… “If everything is a priority nothing is a priority!”Thoughts? We would love to hear from you  on our LinkedIn Page MasterStroke Podcast with Monica Enand and Sejal Pietrzak.Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!Culture add, not culture fit?Is your hiring process static or dynamic?  Just as business continuously grows and evolves to meet changing industry and client needs, so should the process for hiring evolve and adapt for organizations to remain relevant.   In this episode of MasterStroke, co-host Monica Enand discusses the mindset that CEOs should have when thinking about evolving the business and culture through its hiring process.   Sejal asks Monica a very profound question regarding the mindset of a hiring manager… “Why should we be focused on hiring for a culture add versus a culture fit?”  This question captures the essence of all leaders when making a hiring decision.  Should the focus be on the ‘existing culture - culture fit’ or should we focus on where ‘we are going - culture add?’   Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!“How does an investor evaluate a company?”Managing Partner of K1 Investment Management, Hasan Askari joins us to answer that question.  In this episode of the MasterStroke podcast we share critical elements that investors like K1 look for in a company. “I love working with founders, they are looking to build a legacy.” We use Zapproved as our case study, to dispel the myth that funding rounds equates to success. Instead we focus on the true markers of success, revenue growth and quality service. This episode is a must-listen. Monica Enand and Sejal Pietrzak accompanied by trusted colleague and friend Hasan Askari share valuable insights on assembling diverse and inclusive teams, the role of AI in investing, and the ingredients for building a legacy; Passion, Persistence, Humility and Excellence.Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!“ She had a small business, we had a small business. We were both founders trying to create something out of nothing with dreams to take over the world.”Dive into the world of private market investing with our special guest Hasan Askari, Managing Partner at K1 Investment Management.In this insightful conversation, Hasan simplifies complex concepts in private equity. Discover why relationships, not just numbers, are the cornerstone of success in finance.Host Sejal Pietrzak invites Hasan to share the inspiring story of how he and co-host Monica Enand first met, and how their initial encounter paved the way for a lasting professional relationship built on mutual respect and collaboration.Tune in now for a masterclass in private market investing. Listen to the full episode here. #privatemarketinvesting #financepodcast #privateequity #relationshipbuilding #entrepreneurship #masterclasspodcast #K1InvestmentManagement #categoryleadersGeorgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor

We would love to hear from you, send us a text!Georgianna Moreland - Creator, Executive Producer & Managing Editor; Matt Stoker - Editor