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ReLaunch to a Rich LifeEmotional Intelligence at WorkSuccess often comes from recognizing what’s missing and daring to create it. After 30 years in a successful corporate career, Renata Sguario took a bold leap to start her own company, Max.Me, focusing on the critical, yet often overlooked, importance of human skills like emotional intelligence and self-awareness. She recognized that these skills—key to personal and professional success—are rarely taught, and she was determined to change that.Renata’s work is about more than teaching soft skills; it’s about empowering individuals to unlock their potential and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Whethe...2025-01-0834 min
The Sales RevolutionEp15 The power of soft skills in a hard world – Renata SguarioWe spend so much effort and resources on learning the tools to do our job. However, it’s those often-overlooked soft skills, such as self-awareness and communication, that are crucial for success in business. That’s according to Renata Sguario, founder and CEO of Maxme, a company maximising human potential on a global scale. Embracing strengths and working on self-management, she says, can lead to positive interactions and better relationships in the workplace. Finding a balance between AI and human skills is crucial in the evolving technological landscape. Automation can only handle simple tasks, while complex problem-solving and...2024-07-0340 min
Rubberband - Talent Acquisition 🇦🇺Optimising for AI by harnessing human.LIVE from #BOUNCE4 - Optimising for AI by harnessing human.With;Renata Sguario - Founder and CEO - MaxmeEugene Fedorchenko - Head of Growth and AI Strategy - MaxmeEnjoy!Support the showJoin RUBBERBAND today! 2024-05-0832 min
The Next 100 Days Podcast#417 – Renata Sguario – MaxmeMaxme
Ren Sguario (pronounced Squar-io) is the founder and CEO of Maxme, who are leading the charge to upskill people for the future of work.
Summary of the Podcast
Introduction to Maxme
Ren discusses how her company MaxMe focuses on developing self-awareness as the foundation for emotional intelligence and human skills training.
She emphasises understanding one's strengths and weaknesses to maximise potential.
MaxMe approach to skills development
Ren explains MaxMe's hybrid learning model using gamified tech and human coaching to scale skills development affordably.
Self-paced learning alone proves ineffective, so MaxMe injects social elements and accountability.
Building high-performing teams through u...2024-03-2246 min
She's The Boss ChatsRenata Sguario - Founder, MaxmeRenata is extraordinary! As the founder of MaxMe, she is passionate about teaching so-called 'soft skills', those associated with EQ, to younger people. I have no doubt she will realise her vision and MaxMe will go global. Born in Ukraine (when it was part of Russia), she moved to Australia with her parents when she was about 6. She has two sisters who were born after her parents moved here, one is 11 years younger, and the other is 16 years younger. Renata loved primary, and secondary school where she was clearly bright, but didn't necessarily apply herself as...2023-12-2650 minRubberband - Talent Acquisition 🇦🇺How to optimise the "stickiness" of your Talent Placements through the power of Human SkillsLive from #BOUNCE3 - The Panel Van!Join:Renata Sguario - MaxmeCatherine Heffernan - MaxmeShaun Cameron - Custom FleetHow to optimise the "stickiness" of your Talent Placements through the power of Human SkillsEnjoy!Support the showJoin RUBBERBAND today! 2023-10-1730 minRubberband - Talent Acquisition 🇦🇺Renata Sguario - MaxmeGUEST: Renata SguarioPOSITION: Founder and CEOCOMPANY: MaxmeTOPIC: AI may have shot to stardom, but it’s human skills' time to shine!FORMAT: PodcastSupport the showJoin RUBBERBAND today! 2023-09-0653 min
Products With Purpose#57 Special Episode Evolving the Way Humans Learn: A Conversation with Ed Tech FoundersIn this special episode of Products With Purpose, Eli had a wonderful panel conversation with three amazing entrepreneurs each tackling different problems in the Edtech Space.Will Fan is the CEO and Head of School at New Campus; a modern leadership school based in Singapore that aims to equip a new generation of critical thinkers and infinite learners.Renata Sguario is the Founder and CEO of Maxme; a human skills development company that focuses on providing young job seekers with the tools they need to find meaningful work and thrive in...2022-12-1455 min
Flying SoloInvesting in human skills will put your business ahead of the restIf you want to know how to put the human back in your business, today’s guest Renata Sguario has the answers. Renata has spent the past three decades helping people unlock their potential with her work in the learning and development space. Then in 2019, she kicked corporate to the kerb to embark on her own to business – launching MAXME. Her mission: to democratise human skills development. If you want to tap into your strengths, connect to your purpose and develop the skills you need to succeed, Renata has some great advice. Le...2022-11-1027 min
RE-GENERATION YOUTH FESTIVALYouthRadio - MoralFairground Maxme Mindflight7Gabby, Kirri and Reka speak with Festival Director Susanna Bevilacqua from Moral Fairground to find out about the PITCH COMPETITION for secondary students, and Renata Sguario Founder, Maxme talks about what's coming up in the Maxme workshop, which offers tools for young people to realize their potential and thrive in this rapidly changing world. Plus Chris Gillard from Mindflight7 shares some of the exciting experiences for students in the Mindflight7 VR workshops!Book your free spot at the re-generation festival here - ticket entry onlyhttps://www.moralfairground.com.au/regeneration-festivalBOOK YOUR RE-GENERATION INTERNATIONAL...2022-07-2745 min
Products With Purpose#29 Renata Sguario - Maxme: How to Help Millions Learn Critical Human Skills FasterIn this episode of Products With Purpose, Eli spoke with Renata Sguario Founder and CEO of MaxmeMaxme is a Human Skills Development company focused on providing young job seekers with the tools they need to secure and thrive in their dream job.Renata is a senior executive with nearly 30 years of experience leading customer-centric, business, and technology transformations for leading companies around the world.Her vision is to provide the tools necessary for the next generation of workers to realize their career potential and thrive in this rapidly changing world....2022-06-0154 min
GrowGetters101. What are human skills and how can you harness them for professional success, with Renata SguarioTo be successful, most of us aim to be academically competent and be experts in our chosen fields. But, is that really enough to be successful in your career?Renata Sguario is the founder of Maxme, an Australian-based company that provides tech-enabled solutions that equip people with the skills identified as critical for the future workforce, so they can realize their potential and thrive.Head over to growgetters.io for full show notes!GrowGetters Club is a perfect blend of everything you need to...2022-05-1128 min
The Other SideGive It To Me Straight - Episode 9Receiving feedback can be a scary thing, and the same can often be said for giving feedback to others. And when personal relationships, hard work, and / or a lot of time and effort are involved, things can often feel more challenging. But rest easy folks, mastering the art of feedback doesn’t have to be daunting. In fact, at Maxme, we’ve come to LOVE feedback. It helps us learn from past approaches, grow and improve our offering, heighten our self awareness, and much more. Without it, we really couldn’t move forward. When you think of feedback as a criti...2021-04-2729 minThe Other SideNetworking - Episode 8Is there value in networking for recent graduates, new or recent members of the workforce, or is something only senior professionals need to think about? Networking doesn’t have to mean making smalltalk over drinks or coffee at industry events or conferences, networking can be as simply as leveraging the full extent of your existing family, friends and former colleagues! In fact, if you’re not willing to use the power of your personal circle, professional or personal, you could be missing a great opportunity to get ahead. In many ways, your network is your ‘net worth’ - an asset in...2021-04-2728 minThe Other SideBody Language - Episode 7What is body language and why does it matter at work? Body language is one of the most critical elements in effective communication. In fact, over 90% of effective communication is defined by non-verbal aspects. One of the most well-known research projects on nonverbal communication was led by Psychology Professor Dr. Mehrabian in the 1960s, where he found that the interpretation of a message is 7% verbal, 38% vocal and 55% visual. So according to Dr. Mehrabian, communication is 93% “nonverbal” in nature! Thus, from initial job interviews, to weekly presentations to your manager or a bigger group of colleagues, body language is JUST as i...2021-04-2732 minThe Other SideHow to Ace Assessment Centres - Episode 6What on earth is an assessment centre, and why do I need to know about them when applying for jobs? Assessment centres are involved in many interviews, particularly if you’re applying for roles at big corporate organisations with multi-stage processes. An assessment centre is a process where candidates are examined to determine their suitability for specific types of employment, especially management or military command. The candidates' personality and aptitudes are determined by techniques including interviews, group exercises, presentations, examinations and psychometric testing. Long story short - they’re pretty important for Uni graduates to know about!2021-04-2740 minThe Other SideThe Mock Interview - Episode 5“How do I ace a job interview?” is one of the most frequently asked questions we get at Maxme, and it’s not difficult to understand why. It takes a LOT of work to land a job interview, let alone ace it! With the employment market more competitive than ever, the ability to verbally ‘sell yourself’ in an authentic, memorable way has never been more important. On our mission to support as many individuals as possible to thrive in work and life, we’re spreading the magic of human skills as widely as possible - through imm...2021-04-2735 minThe Other SideThe Art of Interviews - Episode 4“How to ace a job interview?” is one of the highest searched questions online, and it’s not difficult to understand why. It takes a LOT of work to land that first interview, let alone ace it! With the employment market more competitive than ever before, it has never been important to be able to verbally ‘sell yourself’, to cut through with authenticity, and to leave the employer wanting more!On our mission to support as many people as possible to thrive in work and life, we’re spreading the magic of human skills far and wide...2021-04-2726 minThe Other SideThe Ultimate CV and Cover Letter - Episode 3“How to write a cover letter?” is one of the highest searched questions online, and it’s not difficult to understand why. It takes a LOT of work to land that first interview, let alone a job! With the employment market more competitive than ever before, it has never been important for your CV to cut through the clutter with clarity and excellence. Moreover, the world of work is changing daily, and companies are now looking to hire employees with human skills, not just technical capabilities … so how can candidates communicate such skills?On our miss...2021-04-2730 minThe Other SideKnow Thy Self - Episode 2What is self awareness, and why does it matter? All Maxme human skills learning experiences start with six foundational skills, and self awareness is the jewel in that critical crown. By definition, self awareness is having a clear perception of your personality, including strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions. Self Awareness allows you to understand other people, how they perceive you, your attitude and your responses to them in the moment. Thus, when it comes to optimising your employability, and ‘attractiveness’ to prospective employers, it’s not hard to see why self awareness - one of our favourite human...2021-04-2736 minThe Other SideOur New Beginning - Episode 1, Series Intro“What does it take to get a job and be successful?” is one of the highest searched questions online, and it’s not difficult to understand why. A reliable job and rewarding career not only enables us to survive financially, but thrive as individuals. When we’re contributing value to ‘something bigger’ and more purposeful than ourselves, it puts our strengths to good use, solidifies our identity, and builds self worth. Enriching careers mean thriving humans, and that’s the reason we exist! On our mission to help as many people as possible to thrive, we’re s...2021-04-2721 min
Conversations with Thought LeadersEpisode 1 - Success is Human, with Renata SguarioDATE: 24 February 2021
HOST:
David Webley, Founder & MD of Granite Consulting
GUESTS:
Renata Sguario - Founder & CEO Maxme
This conversation explores Human Skills. Their importance, not only in the workplace, but also in life in general. The growing gap in Human Skills that new virtual ways of working has highlighted and expedited, and how individuals and organisations can go about bridging that gap.
INSIGHT 1 In the new world of remote working, human skills are...2021-02-2655 min
Lady Leadership - Careers and Business For WomenDo you need to develop better Human Skills with Renata SguarioIt is not something that we always think about - Human Skills? Sometimes these are called people skills or soft skills. Renata is so passionate about helping young people with the skills that they need to be successful at work and in life that she has created a business called Maxme with a supporting app called Hodie aimed at University students. In this chat with Renata we talk Renata's passion and motivation for helping others and how she has channelled this into an Innovative skills development business and app. We discuss the struggles that it ta...2020-08-0129 min