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Freelancer Training on How to Find Direct ClientsEp 99 Organizational Change Expert Sarena Diamond Helps Online Language Pros Adapt to the Rapid Shifts Brought on by AI and AutomationSend us a textDownload your FREE personal branding videoSchedule a FREE discovery callSarena Diamond is this week's guest on a podcast aimed at entrepreneurs in the language services industry.When Sarena and I first talked, I realized that every business where there are people involved is facing enormous challenge and change these days.And change doesn't fail because of language gaps, but the importance of the change often gets lost in translation (see what I did there! LOL)
2025-10-1431 min
Unbreakable MompreneursScaling Your Business with Leadership with Sarena DiamondOn this episode of Unbreakable Mompreneurs, host Charisse Walker sits down with Sarena Diamond, CEO & Founder of Diamond Solutions Group—a former Fortune 500 executive turned organizational change partner who helps small and mid-sized businesses scale with clarity, culture, and confidence.After 30+ years leading inside companies like IBM and across global programs, Sarena “escaped” corporate to build a consultancy that turns “What if?” into “Way to go!” through her signature Power of AND approach: vision and execution, structure and humanity, growth and sustainability.If you’re a mom juggling family and a business that’s ready to grow, this conv...
2025-10-0925 min
Building Your Life Podcast with John BrowningEp 254 From Wall Street Corner Office to Life on Her Own Terms: How Sarena Diamond Transforms Leaders—and LivesIn this powerhouse episode of Building Your Life, host John Browning talks with Sarena Diamond, the dynamic transformation executor whose journey from high-level corporate strategy with PepsiCo, IBM, and Wall Street power players to bold entrepreneurial leadership is anything but ordinary.What you'll discover in this episode:Why Sarena walked away from the corner office (with her name on the parking spot!) to build something more meaningful.How organizational strategy and executive facilitation actually spark real change, not just for big corporations but for entrepreneurial ventures (and why so many companies get it...
2025-09-1538 min
Female FractionalsSarena Diamond on Building a Thriving Consulting BusinessIn this episode of Female Fractionals, host Amanda Nizzere sits down with Sarena Diamond, CEO and founder of Diamond Solutions Group. After three decades in leadership roles at Accenture, Pepsi, and IBM, Sarena transitioned into the fractional world—where she now helps organizations navigate transformation and change management.Sarena shares her journey from corporate executive to fractional consultant, including:How she grew her business over the past three and a half yearsWhy talent sourcers like Catalent played a major role in her client pipelineThe power of LinkedIn for authentic relationship-building and visibilityPricing str...
2025-09-1129 min
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne BonneyLetting Go: A Point/Counterpoint Discussion with Lisa Demmi and Anne BonneyAfter last week's conversation with Sarena Diamond, I started to think about Letting Go, and whether my perspective was right. (My perspective: Letting go is good...most of the time!) I do this a lot. "Am I wrong? I could be wrong! Let's investigate."So I invited my friend and consummate Change Hater, Lisa Demmi (https://LisaDemmi.com) over for an argument! The question: Is Letting Go actually the right approach?And we discussed, and argued, and you get a front row seat.The verdict? Well, you'll have to listen to find out.
2025-09-0836 min
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne BonneyLaid Off, Let Go, and Leveled Up with Sarena DiamondWhat do you do when life hands you a layoff, single parenthood, and a house full of 28 years’ worth of memories… all at once?In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with organizational change powerhouse Serena Diamond (www.diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com) —former IBM exec turned entrepreneur—who shares how she navigated a major life and career pivot by betting on the one person she could trust: herself.From leadership lessons in the trenches of corporate transformation to the deeply personal art of letting go, Serena brings the insight, the heart, a...
2025-09-0137 min
The ET projectChange Leadership: What It Really Takes to SucceedToday, we're in the city of Somers, New York, sitting down with a powerhouse leader who seamlessly transitioned from the corporate elite to the entrepreneurial world, Sarena Diamond. And with a storied career spanning decades of iconic companies like IBM, Accenture, and PepsiCo, Sarena's journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless empowerment. On paper, her career reads like a corporate dream, spearheading transformation and driving growth in Fortune 500 giants. But it was a pivotal moment that reshaped her path, leaving her to step into consulting, where she quickly made her mark guiding companies from $100 million to $1 billion in...
2025-08-2642 min
Work Besties Who PodcastThe Power of AND: Embracing Opportunities in Leadership & Life with Sarena DiamondIn this episode, Sarena Diamond takes us inside her journey from corporate leadership to personal empowerment. She opens up about navigating burnout, the hidden costs of “corporate trauma,” and the courage it takes to redefine success. Sarena highlights why effective change management is rooted in people, not processes, and how leaders can create supportive environments that prevent disconnection. Her story is a call to action for anyone looking to embrace career transitions, balance ambition with well-being, and take ownership of their destiny.Key TakeawaysCareer transitions are about defining your version of fulfillment.Burnout ofte...
2025-08-2532 min
Breakthrough InnovationWhat Most Change Management Misses — and Why It’s Costing You Millions from Sarena DiamondIn this episode of Breakthrough Innovation, we speak with Sarena Diamond — transformational change expert and founder of Diamond Solutions Group — who shares decades of wisdom from roles at IBM, Accenture, and PepsiCo on what really makes transformation succeed.🔥 Why three emails and a PowerPoint deck will never create real change🧠 How Sarena's “Power of And” mindset helps leaders move from stuck to scalable📣 Why belief, behavior, and reinforcement are the only three things you need to remember⚠️ The communication myths that sabotage change before it even starts👥 What new leaders often miss about...
2025-08-1215 min
Structuring Chaotic MindsThe Power of "And": Leadership Lessons from Sarena DiamondSend us a textSarena Diamond, with 30 years of corporate leadership experience, shares powerful strategies for thriving amid constant change and defining success on your own terms.• The world is genuinely more chaotic than ever, requiring leaders to develop "new muscles" to thrive in continuous change• Success should be defined personally rather than by traditional metrics of promotions and titles• The "Power of And" helps leaders integrate different approaches rather than choosing between them• Resistance to change typically stems from fear - of obsolescence, unknown paths, or losing expertise• Building clarity in chaos s...
2025-07-0334 min
Shameless (T4L)Active listening for leaders: Unlock Business Insights And TrustThis episode hits hard. Dzika Gangaidzo sits down with leadership change partner Sarena Diamond to break down why listening might be your most underrated leadership skill and what’s really holding leaders back from growing teams that actually work.Learn the real “Listen to Win” mindset—how to pause, ask the right questions, and create trust without faking it.We get into leadership egos, remote work blind spots, how to speak so people hear you, and how real listening builds loyalty faster than any strategy deck.If you’re tired of surface talk and want real leadership co...
2025-06-2758 min
Founders FutureMergers, Mindset & Magic Wands: The Diamond Solutions MethodIn this episode of Founders, Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Sarena Diamond, founder and CEO of Diamond Solutions Group, LLC. With over 20 years of experience at Fortune 100 companies like IBM and Pepsi, Sarena shares how she pivoted from corporate life to entrepreneurship, driven by her passion for the human side of organizational change. She reveals her unique approach to helping leaders navigate mergers, strategy execution, and cultural transformations—not through dependency-building consulting, but by equipping teams with self-sufficiency tools. Sarena discusses her "kind accountability" framework, where she empowers leaders to drive change while holding them re...
2025-06-2324 min
Business RoundtableWhy Your Change Plan Fails—and How to Fix ItYou planned the change, mapped the metrics, and launched the new system—so why is no one on board? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr speaks with Sarena Diamond, founder of Diamond Solutions Group, about the often-overlooked side of business transformation: the people. With a career that spans Accenture, Pepsi, IBM, and beyond, Sarena brings decades of leadership and organizational change experience. She’s worked with billion-dollar companies and early-stage firms alike—and the challenges, as she explains, are often surprisingly similar. Sarena unpacks...
2025-05-2236 min
Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management SchoolS. 2 Ep 15: Change Is Hard with Guest Sarena DiamondSend us a textIn this episode of Dear HR Diary, I’m joined by the brilliant Sarena Diamond—change strategist, leadership whisperer, and champion of the human side of transformation. Together, we dig into one of the most challenging (and often mishandled) topics in the workplace: change management.We’re not talking about the dry, corporate buzzword version. Nope. We're talking real talk about what change feels like, why humans resist it (spoiler: it’s not because they’re stubborn), and how leaders can either fuel resistance or become powerful agents of smooth tra...
2025-05-1233 min
Structuring Chaotic MindsRuffling Feathers in LeadershipSend us a textIn this bold and unfiltered panel, four trailblazing leaders come together to explore what it truly means to “ruffle feathers” with purpose. This conversation dives deep into the kind of leadership that disrupts outdated norms, challenges systems from within, and dares to advocate for meaningful change—especially when it's uncomfortable.Join Sarena Diamond, Royston Telford, Coach TJ Cunningham, and Amanda Price as they share raw insights from the front lines of organizational strategy, youth development, veteran entrepreneurship, and political advocacy. Each panelist brings a powe...
2025-05-0957 min
The Culture Coach#099 Part 2: Change Management and Culture with Sarena DiamondSend us a textPart 2 of this conversation!! With recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, my guest Sarena Diamond and I explore one of the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change. To connect with or contact Sarena you can find her here:Website: https://diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond____________________________With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a wealth of experience in understanding what makes organizations successful.
2025-04-2321 minThe Culture Coach#098 Part 1: Change Management and Culture with Sarena DiamondSend us a textWith recent Gallup data showing engagement at its lowest point in a decade, my guest Sarena Diamond and I explore one of the key drivers behind this troubling trend—rapid organizational change. Stay tuned next week for part 2 of this conversation To connect with or contact Sarena you can find her here:Website: https://diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond____________________________With 25+ years of leadership experience, spanning multiple roles across corporations and non-profits, I have gained a weal...
2025-04-1619 min
Bad Bosses, Great LeadersLeadership is Love: How to Build Teams That Trust & ThriveWhat if leadership wasn’t about power—but about love?In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Sarena Diamond challenges everything you thought you knew about leadership. She breaks down how trust, clear communication, and intentional relationships are the real foundation of high-performing teams.✅ Why “just make them do it” is a mindset that kills innovation ✅ How to lead teams through change without confusion or chaos ✅ The difference between managing tasks and leading people ✅ Why love, yes—love, is the core of transformative l...
2025-04-1140 minStructuring Chaotic MindsInnovation in Leadership: Balancing Structure & AdaptabilitySend us a textIn this powerful panel episode of the Structuring Chaotic Minds podcast, we explore what it really takes to lead with innovation while staying grounded in structure.Hosted by Melissa Franklin, this discussion brings together a dynamic group of leaders across business, policy, education, finance, and organizational strategy to unpack:💡 What innovation in leadership truly looks like today 💡 How to stay adaptable in the face of rapid change 💡 The mindset shifts required for sustainable impact 💡 Why collaboration is essential to forward-thinking leadership 💡 Real-world strategies for balancing creat...
2025-04-071h 00
The Inspired ChoiceLeadership Transformation and Operational Excellence: Sarena Diamond's Journey and Success StoriesCaroline Biesalski welcomes Sarena Diamond to the podcast, where Sarena shares her career journey and the founding of Diamond Solutions Group. The conversation explores the challenges and resistance she faces in leadership transformation, highlighting insightful client success stories, including a memorable operational excellence case. Sarena opens up about her personal goals and future projects, providing listeners with a glimpse into her aspirations. The episode concludes with information on where to find Sarena and her parting advice for those looking to make impactful choices in their professional lives.
Meet Sarena Diamond
Somers, NY, USA
Website: https://diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/
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2025-03-2824 min
The Impostor Syndrome FilesLeading Change with ConfidenceIn this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about confidently leading change. Are you responsible for leading change? Maybe your role requires a lot of influence without authority. Or you’re a leader who has to drive change with your team. If so, you know how challenging it can be to get people on board. This week, I talk with Sarena Diamond, a transformation executive, about how to manage the human side of change. Here she shares a 3-step process for approaching change in the face of resistance, which is almost always rooted in fear. We...
2025-03-1840 min
From a Woman to a LeaderThe Power of AND: How Sarena Diamond Reinvented Her Career & Found New OpportunitiesHave you ever felt like your career was at a crossroads, unsure whether to stay in a stable job or take a leap into something new?What if you didn’t have to choose?In this episode, I sit down with Sarena Diamond, CEO & Founder of Diamond Solutions Group, to talk about The Power of AND—the mindset shift that changed everything for her. After 30 years in corporate America, Sarena was unexpectedly forced into a career transition. Instead of seeing it as an ending, she turned uncertainty into an oppo...
2025-03-1236 min
Positive Leadership Academy – Inspires, Guides and TransformsFrom Leadership to Resilience: Sarena Diamond on Becoming UnstoppableEpisode SummaryIn this episode, I sit down with Sarena Diamond to explore the power of leadership, resilience, and trust in navigating change. Sarena shares how asking the right questions can shape leadership journeys, why embracing transformation is essential, and how leaders can build trust to foster resilience in their teams. We discuss the importance of creating a culture of support and engagement and what it truly means to be unstoppable in business and leadership.Key TakeawaysThe right questions can shape leadership growth and transformation.Vision and adaptability are crucial for embracing change.Trust...
2025-03-1022 min
The Jeff Robertson ShowFrom Corporate Leader to Unstoppable Entrepreneur: The Sarena Diamond JourneyJoin us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Sarena Diamond, a visionary leader with a career spanning top corporations like IBM and Pepsi. Discover how she transitioned from the corporate world to become an unstoppable entrepreneur, sharing her insights on resilience, leadership, and the power of supportive networks.
Connect with Sarena Diamond:
Website: https://www.diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarena.diamond9/
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Serena's experiences and...
2025-02-2151 min
Create The Future Now#53 Leadership In ActionDiscover the keys to leadership transformation, leadership training, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in this episode of Create the Future Now! Join us as we host Sarena Diamond, a former corporate executive turned solopreneur, who empowers leaders to inspire trust, drive innovation, and achieve extraordinary results.Explore actionable strategies for building strong teams, maximizing transformation investments, and leaving a legacy of growth. Perfect for leaders, managers, and aspiring changemakers, this episode offers expert insights into cultivating trust and innovation in your organization.Listen now and 🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe for more transformative discussions
2025-01-1450 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastWhat's your vision? Featuring Sarena Diamond. Podcast Session 1.What's your vision? Featuring Sarena Diamond. Podcast Session 1.
2024-12-0508 min