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Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaSmash the Wealth Gap with Jean Chatzky"You combine the gender wage gap with the work breaks, what you get is a retirement account that has less money in it at the point of retirement. And then we outlive men.” - Jean ChatzkyWhat if the way you feel about money is more powerful than what you actually know about it? Managing money is not about being perfect — but just about building the right habits, over and over again. In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I’m joined by Jean Chatzky — financial journalist, bestselling author, and CEO of HerMoney. Jean has spen...2025-04-3041 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Money Mindset Shift with Gini Dietrich"You cannot negotiate against yourself. Ask questions, gather data, be prepared—but don’t assume the answer before you even start the conversation." - Gini DietrichWhat if the thing holding you back from making more money… is you? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I’m chatting with Gini Dietrich, a seasoned PR pro and the founder of Spinsucks. Gini’s not just a business owner, she’s someone who’s learned the hard way about money, confidence, and leadership.From a tough start to building an incredible bus...2025-04-2338 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaRewriting Your Money Story with Winnie da SilvaWhat if the reason you're not earning what you're worth has nothing to do with your skills — and everything to do with the stories you believe about money? Are you showing up like someone who knows their value… or playing it small to keep the peace? Let’s be real — money is messy. It brings up all kinds of emotions, expectations, and unspoken rules. In this solo episode, I’m sharing something personal: my own journey around money, self-worth, and what it’s taken for me to finally feel comfortable asking for what I deserve.This episode kicks off a...2025-04-1624 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaDream Big, Iterate Fast with Medha Agarwal“No one works as hard as founders do. They’re operating on another level of intensity.” - Medha AgarwalIs your pitch holding you back more than your business idea? Are you making it easy for investors to dream the dream with you? In this episode, I sit down with Medha Agarwal, General Partner at Defy, to talk about the unique challenges founders face—especially women—when pitching their startups, securing funding, and leading through growth. She shares why too many founders unknowingly undersell their vision and how simple shifts in storytelling can make all the di...2025-03-2627 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaAligning Founder Vision to Business Strategy with Stephanie Unwin"My role is catching the ideas and making them happen." – Stephanie UnwinIs your leadership moving forward, or are you just keeping busy?In the fast-paced world of executive leadership and entrepreneurship, it can feel impossible to carve out time to think strategically. But what if making space for reflection isn’t a luxury—it’s the key to unlocking long-term success? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sit down with Stephanie Unwin, a seasoned executive and business leader, to explore how prioritizing strategic thinking not only makes you a stronger...2025-03-1940 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWorking Successfully with Founders with Winnie da SilvaWhat makes some founders incredible leaders—and others impossible to work with? They are visionaries, but are they always great leaders? Founders bring passion, vision, and drive, but they can also be intense, stubborn, and relentless. Working with them isn’t just about executing their vision—it’s about knowing when to support, when to challenge, and how to scale alongside them. So how do you do that effectively?In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I dive into what makes founders tick, the challenges they face, and how you can be a strategic partner in their success...2025-03-1215 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNeglected Leadership Characteristic #3: Courage in the Face of Fear with Winnie da Silva“Leadership without courage isn't leadership at all, but courage without integrity is dangerous.’’ - Winnie da SilvaWhat if your fear was the key to unlocking your greatest leadership potential? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I explore the often-overlooked power of fear in leadership. Fear is something all leaders face, but it's not the fear itself that defines us—it's how we respond to it. You’ll hear me discuss how we can transform fear from a roadblock into a powerful catalyst for courageous leadership. The question isn’t whether you’re afraid, it’s w...2025-02-2619 min
Baddie BestiesBaddie Besties Break Down Breaking News: Planes Crash, Love Wins, and Drama Explodes –The Tea You Can't Miss This WeekSamira and Alyssa are BACK to break down everything going viral this week—from shocking headlines to the hottest gossip. This episode covers everything from a series of devastating plane crashes and Winnie Harlow’s dreamy engagement to Kyle Kuzma, to Chad 'Ocho Cinco' Johnson and Sharelle Rosado's prenup drama, plus the latest controversies surrounding Trump and Elon Musk. Tune in as your fave baddies get real, spill the tea, and deliver the vibes you need to keep up with the world.Follow our socials and tag us!!Baddie BestiesAlyssa SilvaSamira Francois2025-02-2246 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNeglected Leadership Characteristic #2: Reframing Humility"The old model of leadership, commanding, dominating, and never admitting failure, is outdated, and more importantly, it's ultimately ineffective." - Winnie da SilvaIs humility the secret weapon some leaders are overlooking? In today’s fast-paced world, we’re taught to believe that the most successful leaders are the loudest, the boldest, and the most aggressive. But what if humility, often seen as a weakness, is actually the missing ingredient to becoming a more effective and respected leader? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, the second one in the Neglected Leadership Characteristics series, I’m...2025-02-1922 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNeglected Leadership Characteristic #1: Collaboration Through Disagreement"Encouraging disagreement strengthens decision-making, challenges blind spots, and creates an environment where people feel heard." - Winnie da SilvaWhat if avoiding disagreement is actually holding you back? Most of us instinctively avoid conflict. We’re taught that disagreeing can damage relationships, create tension, or make us look difficult. But what if I told you that the way we approach disagreement could be the key to making better decisions, building stronger teams, and gaining real influence? The truth is, the most successful people don’t run from disagreement—they master it. In this episode of Trans...2025-02-1223 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMotivation, Identity, and Impact with Nikhil Paul"Motivation starts with identity—when you believe in the story you’re telling yourself, the actions follow." - Nikhil PaulIs it possible to lead with passion and effectiveness if you no longer feel connected to the business you're running? In this engaging conversation, I have with leadership coach Nikhil Paul, he dives deep into the heart of leadership, self-reflection, and sustainable business practices. Nikhil emphasizes the importance of personal connection to the work and the culture, asking leaders to reflect on their commitment to their businesses. He also sheds light on how companies, espe...2025-01-2951 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaFueling Growth with Aligned Motivation with James Thorman"When you align individual motivation with the broader mission, that’s when magic happens and teams thrive.” - James ThormanWhat does it take to lead a team with purpose, ignite individual motivation, and build a thriving, high-performing culture? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, James Thorman, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience from his time at A Place for Mom and other roles, joins me to dive deep into the core elements of effective leadership. He explains how understanding the unique motivations of individuals within a team is crucial for achi...2025-01-2255 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Power of Intrinsic Motivation with Winnie da Silva"Leaders can't motivate people—and nor should they. But what you can do is foster an environment where intrinsic motivation can thrive." - Winnie da SilvaWhat if I told you that motivating your team isn’t your job? It sounds counterintuitive, right? As a leader, your instinct is to inspire your team to perform at their best—but real, lasting motivation comes from within. In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I challenge the traditional view of leadership by flipping the script: instead of motivating your team, focus on creating an environment where intrin...2025-01-1526 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da Silva"Innovation" with Mauhan Zonoozy"Diversity of thought is very powerful. I aggressively seek out people that don’t think like me and are polar opposites of me. That’s the only way to pull yourself out of your own corner." - Mauhan ZonoozyWhat if the biggest barrier to innovation isn’t a lack of ideas—but a fear of permission? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sat down with Mauhan Zonoozy, a strategic advisor and expert in innovation and venture building. Mauhan shared bold perspectives on why permission is a sneaky barrier to innovation—and how leaders can...2024-12-1845 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaCreative Friction Sparks Innovation with Sandy FersheeWhat if innovation isn’t just for a select few, but something every single person can access and contribute to? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I had the chance to chat with Sandy Fershee, the Head of Design & User Experience at Audible. Sandy shared some truly inspiring thoughts about innovation—how it’s not something reserved for just a select few, but something that everyone can contribute to. We talked about the importance of curiosity, creating psychological safety within teams, and how failure is just a part of the process of growth and learning. Sandy also gave some g...2024-12-1147 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaDiscover Your Innovation Style: Take the Quiz!What if the biggest barrier to innovation within your team or organization is you? In this episode, I’m diving into the heart of innovation—what it means for leaders and how we can create an environment that allows it to thrive. I explore the essential role that leaders play in driving meaningful innovation and reflect on how we can overcome the distractions and barriers that keep us from unlocking our full creative potential.In this episode, you’ll hear about:The Innovation Leadership Styles Quiz: I introduce a fun and insightful quiz that w...2024-12-0412 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaLeadership Branding Wisdom with Maria Ho-BurgeWhat’s your story, and how does it shape your brand? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sit down with Maria Ho-Burge, Vice President of Communications at TuneCore, to dive deep into the art of building a personal and professional brand. Maria shares how authenticity, storytelling, and strategy come together to create a brand that not only stands out but also drives value in any industry.From her work in the music industry to her insights into leadership and communications, Maria reveals practical steps to align your unique story with your industry’s ne...2024-11-2741 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaBuilding Brands with Substance with Andreea GleesonWhat does it take to drive change in a male-dominated industry while staying true to your vision? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sit down with Andreea Gleeson, CEO of TuneCore, to hear her remarkable story. Andreea shares how she transitioned from retail to music, the challenges she’s faced as a woman in leadership, and her mission to empower artists at every level of their careers. From tackling gender inequality in the music industry to fostering innovation at TuneCore, Andreea’s journey is one of determination, grit, and vision. Her insights aren’t just inspiring—they’re actiona...2024-11-201h 01
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaBuilding a Trusted Leadership BrandHow do people really see you, and does that match who you want to be? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I take a close look at what it means to shape your leadership brand authentically. Through stories from real clients and practical advice, I’ll show you how to shape and evolve your brand to resonate and stand out in ways that genuinely reflect you.Listen in as I discuss:Defining Your Leadership Brand: It’s about aligning how people see you today with who you want to become.Lessons from Real...2024-11-1316 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Power of Experimentation in Decision-Making with Cherie HuHow do I define success—and how does that shape the decisions I make? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I have the pleasure of chatting with Cherie Hu, a music industry expert and the founder of Water & Music. Together, we dive into decision-making in both creative and business landscapes, exploring how our interpretations of success can shape our paths and the strategies we choose.You’ll here them discuss:Redefining Success: Leaders should understand that success can be defined in various ways depending on context, extending beyond just revenue metrics to incl...2024-10-3047 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIndecisiveness is Cancer: Decision-Making Insights with Prita KumarWhat happens when the very decisions you make as a leader cause unintended ripple effects throughout your organization? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I sit down with Prita Kumar to explore the complex balance of short-term goals, long-term planning, and the law of unintended consequences in leadership. Prita shares her experience in managing teams without overwhelming them, how she thinks about qualitative vs. quantitative data, and why creating consistency across departments is crucial for success.You will hear them talk about:Prioritizing Team Focus: Leaders must be mindful of how much...2024-10-2344 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMastering Leadership Decision-MakingWhat if the decisions you make as a leader are only addressing half the problem? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I explore the hidden complexities beneath the surface of leadership challenges and how understanding those deeper issues can lead to more effective decision-making. I talk about the importance of not just focusing on what’s immediately visible but also considering the less obvious factors that might be driving the situation. By adopting a more thoughtful, strategic approach, leaders can avoid impulsive reactions and create more sustainable solutions.Key Points:The Iceberg An...2024-10-1629 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaChallenging Limiting Beliefs about Work with Nayla BahriWhat if your relationship with work is fundamentally shaping your career decisions? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nayla Bahri, an executive coach and co-host of The Inside Job Podcast. Nayla is dedicated to helping individuals and teams build thriving relationships with work, collaborating with leaders from startups to renowned organizations like Apple, Google, and the Federal Reserve Bank of NY. With her extensive experience as a former Dean of Students at Columbia Business School, she combines research with human-centered learning to empower clients in leading with impact, resilience, and clarity. We talk about the differences in how...2024-09-2540 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNavigating Career Changes with Maggie MistalEver wondered how you can turn your career dreams into reality? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, host Winnie da Silva sits down with career coach Maggie Mistal to explore how aligning your work with your passions can transform your life. Maggie Mistal, a certified life purpose and career coach and author of the Amazon #1 New Release Are You Ready to Love Your Job?, shares her own transition from the corporate world to coaching and reveals her method for career fulfillment through three stages: soul search, research, and job search. With extensive experience helping individuals transition into their id...2024-09-181h 03
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaHow to Successfully Pivot Your Career with Winnie da SilvaAre you contemplating a career change but feeling uncertain about taking the leap? In this episode, Winnie explores the evolving nature of work and the increasing prevalence of career pivots. Sharing her own journey from social work to corporate training and consulting, she demonstrates how embracing these transitions can lead to unexpected and fulfilling opportunities. Through compelling statistics and inspiring stories of figures like Vera Wang and Benjamin Franklin, Winnie underscores that career changes are not only normal but can also be transformative. Tune in to discover how to navigate your own career evolution with confidence and curiosity.2024-09-1122 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaHospitality Leadership: Balancing Care & Performance with Kim LernerCan ensuring your team feels valued and supported be a tool to boost productivity? In this episode, Kim Lerner and host Winnie da Silva explore how hospitality principles, such as empathy and personalized recognition, can profoundly impact team culture and leadership effectiveness. Kim shares her unique experiences integrating these principles into her leadership approach, demonstrating how they can foster stronger team connections and drive organizational success.You will hear them talk about:Empathy in Leadership: Understanding and addressing the emotional needs of team members to build trust and morale.Personalized Recognition: Tailoring recognition and...2024-08-2847 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaTransformative Leadership Through Hospitality with David CocchiaraCan a leadership approach grounded in hospitality transform your organization's customer interactions and internal dynamics? In this episode, David Cocchiara and host Winnie da Silva discuss how principles of hospitality—like genuine accountability and composure under pressure—can significantly enhance leadership effectiveness and customer satisfaction. They explore why these seemingly simple strategies are challenging to implement and how they can make a profound difference in fostering positive relationships and achieving business success.Key Concepts or Tools Introduced:Authentic Accountability: Taking responsibility for mistakes and addressing them with honesty and promptness.Stress Impact on Lead...2024-08-2144 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaHospitality is a Leadership StrategyWhen you hear the word “hospitality,” do you think of it as one of leadership tools? In this episode, Winnie da Silva explores the crucial role of hospitality in leadership. She shares personal experiences that highlight the power of hospitality and discusses how it can transform leadership practices. By drawing on examples from industry experts, she illustrates how integrating hospitality into leadership strategies can foster inclusivity and empowerment within organizations. Additionally, she emphasizes how this approach can enhance employee satisfaction, customer loyalty, and overall business success, setting organizations apart in a competitive landscape.Hospitality as a Le...2024-08-1411 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaReinventing Leadership: Leaderless Teams with Mark RahejaWhat impact does embracing leaderless teams have on organizational dynamics and individual leadership roles? In this episode, Mark Raheja, the founder and CEO of Plural, delves into the concept of leaderless teams and the transformative effects they can have on organizations. Winnie and Mark explore the interconnectedness of systems, people, and relationships within an organization, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, humility, and intentionality in navigating the shift towards more empowered and adaptive operating models.Leaderless Teams Misconception: Leaderless teams do not mean less leadership but rather more distributed leadership and ownership within a team.Holacracy...2024-07-3148 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaExploring New Leadership Paradigms with Dr. Debra FrancePowerful insights often arise when leaders question the traditional norms of leadership. In this episode, we delve into the concept of leaderless teams and explore the shift from traditional to non-traditional leadership approaches. Join host Winnie da Silva as she engages in a transformative conversation with Dr. Debra France, an expert in organizational practices and leader behaviors that foster innovation. How can leaders balance power over and power with their teams? Winnie and Debra uncover the key insights in this intriguing discussion.Leaderless Teams: Exploring the concept of leaderless teams and how it fits into...2024-07-2457 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaRethinking Leadership in the Age of ComplexityIn this podcast episode, Winnie da Silva discusses this month’s theme of leaderless teams. She explores the evolution of leadership from ancient times to the modern era, challenging traditional notions and embracing collaborative, human-centered approaches. Winnie shares how her guests encourage leaders to empower their teams so they can take a hands-off approach. In an era of rapid growth and exponential complexity, it may be time for a significant shift in how leaders lead.Leadership Ownership: Leaders desire their team to have a sense of ownership and bring their best work to the company ev...2024-07-1709 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaBONUS: Coaching Using Immunity to Change with Dr. Deborah HelsingToday’s episode is a special one. You’ve heard all the talk about the Immunity to Change model, and you’re about to see it in action. Returning guest, Deb Helsing, coaches another returning guest, Anthony Cheong, using the model. You'll learn how to navigate challenging conversations with senior executives, explore hidden assumptions that may be hindering your effectiveness, and gain insights on clarifying and aligning your role in leadership interactions.Immunity to Change Model: The Immunity to Change model is used to guide coaching sessions and explore hidden assumptions and competing commitments that may hi...2024-06-2840 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Immunity to Change with Dr. Deborah HelsingIn this episode, Winnie da Silva is joined by Dr. Deborah Helsing, and they discuss how the concept of Immunity to Change helps individuals uncover their resistance to change and explore their fears and assumptions. By following the steps outlined in the Immunity to Change model, individuals can challenge their assumptions, collect data, and experiment with new behaviors to overcome their resistance and achieve personal growth.Immunity to Change Concept: The concept of Immunity to Change explores how individuals resist change due to underlying fears and assumptions, leading to a protective mechanism that hinders personal...2024-06-2636 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Long Game of Organizational Change with Anthony CheongAre you prepared to commit to leading the long game of organizational change? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, Winnie da Silva is joined by Anthony Cheong, Executive Director and Global Head of HR Operations for Boston Consulting Group, to discuss what it takes to lead change. From emotional intelligence to stakeholder engagement, driving transformation takes curiosity, resilience, and a compelling narrative to rally around.Challenges of Driving Change: Leading change can be difficult and emotionally taxing, requiring a significant amount of energy and focus to navigate successfully.Emotional Intelligence Importance: Having a high...2024-06-1938 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaLeading Change: Gift or Burden? with Winnie da SilvaWhat does it take for leaders to successfully navigate large-scale, complex change? In this episode, Winnie da Silva explores the concept of change through the lens of systems thinking, and shares the stages leaders go through during periods of great transition. She discusses the essential ingredients of leadership and provides insights from industry experts on embracing transformative change.Importance of Change: Change is a gift of grace that offers the possibility for growth and transformation into a better version of ourselves and our world.Systems Thinking: Systems thinking requires a shift in mindset from linear...2024-06-1208 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaContemporary Talent Strategies with Tom SkibaIn this episode, you'll learn key strategies for effective talent acquisition from organizational psychologist Tom Skiba, VP of Talent Strategy at Redesign Health. Discover how to set a high bar for hiring, challenge candidates with job-relevant tasks, and create a vision for roles that inspire trust and success in your team.Importance of Trust in Leadership: Trust in leadership is crucial for employees to feel secure and valued in the workplace. Leaders need to provide confirmation and recognition to instill trust in their team members.Challenges of Complexity in the Workplace: Managing complexity in the...2024-05-2952 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaTalent-Centric Leadership with Larry KutscherPowerful insights often occur when you least expect them. But what does it take to become a successful leader, especially in high-growth companies? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, host Winnie Da Silva delves into this question with Larry Kutscher, Chairman of the Board at A Place for Mom. Through their conversation, Larry shares valuable insights and advice based on his extensive experience in leadership roles, shedding light on the importance of talent, culture, and effective leadership skills in driving organizational success.Leadership Skills vs. People Leadership: Distinguishing between leadership skills and people leadership is crucial for...2024-05-2244 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaYour Talent Mindset: Is it Transactional or Strategic?What happens when companies begin to take their talent for granted? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, Winnie da Silva delves into the critical topic of talent and its impact on organizational success. From the cautionary tale of Boeing's neglect of talent leading to catastrophic consequences, to the rise of transactional talent in today's fast-paced economy, she explores the importance of selecting and nurturing the right people. How can leaders strike a balance between transactional and integrative approaches to talent management in a world of increasing complexity and speed?Neglect of Talent: Neglecting talent...2024-05-1510 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaConquering Imposter SyndromePowerful insights often arise when exploring the intersection of imposter syndrome and organizational dynamics. In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, host Winnie Da Silva dives deep into imposter syndrome with Carolyn Herfurth, co-founder of the Imposter Syndrome Institute. They discuss the origins of imposter syndrome, its impact on individuals and organizations, and practical strategies to overcome it.Carolyn Herfurth, with a background in corporate sales and entrepreneurship, brings over 20 years of experience in advising entrepreneurs for strategic growth. As the co-founder of the Imposter Syndrome Institute, Carolyn works tirelessly to help both people...2024-04-2438 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNavigating Through Imposter SyndromeWhile imposter syndrome affects a wide variety of people, it can hit some groups harder than others. In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, you'll gain insights into how imposter syndrome can impact your career journey, especially as a woman and an immigrant. Learn practical strategies, like journaling and understanding your sphere of control, to overcome imposter syndrome and step into your power authentically.Dea Katel Fisher, the global head of internal communications and employee experience at Squarespace, brings over 20 years of experience in communications, change management, and people and culture leadership. With a...2024-04-1734 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaUnmasking Imposter SyndromeIn this podcast episode, Winnie shares exactly how imposter syndrome can prevent you from enjoying your accomplishments, promotions, and accolades. She’ll help you identify and overcome imposter syndrome so you can feel like you truly earned and deserve your success.Episode Highlights:Imposter Syndrome Impact: Imposter syndrome can prevent you from enjoying your success and lead you to believe you are deceiving others. This mindset can hinder your ability to feel deserving of your accomplishments and promotions.Belief in Success: Overcoming imposter syndrome is crucial for believing in and fe...2024-04-1011 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIntroducing Season 5 of Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaPowerful insights often occur when you least expect them. On Transformative Leadership Conversations, they're at the heart of every episode.I’m your host, Winnie da Silva, and I’m driven by a passion to share the stories and strategies that shape effective leaders, teams, and organizations. Since launching this podcast in December of 2020, we've delved deep into the individual stories of leaders, uncovering what makes their leadership stand out and the challenges they've overcome. In Season 4, Peter Axelson and I explored team effectiveness with the Team Development Masterclass, offering metho...2024-04-0303 min
Psych in BusinessTransformative Leadership Conversations: Navigating Change, Inspiring Growth, and Amplifying Success with Winnie Da SilvaIn this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, Dr. Ernest Wayde welcomes Winnie De Silva, a seasoned executive coach, leadership strategist, and business consultant with over 25 years of experience. Winnie also hosts her podcast, "Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie De Silva."The conversation begins with Winnie sharing her unique journey, starting as a social worker and transitioning into business consulting. She reflects on her experiences at Arthur Anderson, where she discovered the intersection of social work and change management, eventually leading her to her current role in coaching and leadership development.Winnie delves into...2024-03-1927 min
repraesenTANZArtistic fusion: Mariana Souza and Carla Silva's Impact on German Art through a Brazilian Lens
Mariana Souza and Carla Silva are shaking up the German art scene with their unique perspective as Brazilian Black women. Drawing inspiration from their own stories, in this conversation they share a bit of how they're infusing the art world with their individuality and cultural background.2023-12-1942 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaUniversal Best Practices - A Team Development Masterclass“Leaders need to be sure that they're providing the right behavioral examples of what's needed to support the effectiveness of this team. And this is tricky because you're not always clear about what those things are.” - Peter AxelsonIn this podcast episode, Winnie and Peter, wrap up their Team Development Masterclass by discussing nine universal best practices that apply across the Team Development Methodology, which was explored in the previous 10 episodes.Episode Highlights:Role ModelingLeaders must serve as role models, setting exampl...2023-11-0207 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaContinuous Improvement Mechanisms - A Team Development Masterclass“Interpersonal issues should be dealt with by the individuals, and team issues should be dealt with by the team collectively… I think most team leaders and team members would absolutely agree with that because, as you say, issues that pop up with individuals on the team, they're going to spill over into the team. And so what we're offering here is that early detection tool to prevent this very thing from happening.” - Winnie da SilvaIn this podcast episode, Winnie and Peter discuss the importance of continuous improvement mechanisms within teams. They highlight that...2023-11-0222 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaHigh-Quality Conversations - A Team Development Masterclass“‘The conversation is the relationship.’ Is a quote I come back to often from the book Fierce Conversations from Susan Scott. What this means to me… is that the quality of our relationships depend on the quality of our conversations, which of course then directly impacts the quality of our work together as a team.” - Winnie da SilvaIn this episode, Winnie and Peter explore the concept of high-quality conversations and their importance within teams. They discuss the significant impact of conversation quality on relationships and team effectiveness, emphasizing that it is critical to all oth...2023-11-0214 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaAspirational Culture with Supporting Norms - A Team Development Masterclass“The word ‘culture’ gets thrown around a lot and sometimes it seems like people see it as something that teams don't have until they define it. However, every team has a culture, whether they recognize it or not.” - Winnie da SilvaIn this episode, Winnie and Peter explore the importance of developing an aspirational culture with supporting norms. They emphasize that teams already have a culture, but it may not be explicit or aligned with their goals. Developing a shared vision for the team's culture and defining specific norms can significantly improve team effectiv...2023-11-0221 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaShared Responsibility Mindset - A Team Development Masterclass“Clients have told me, ‘I wish my people would think more like a CEO’... And I think what my clients mean is that they want their people to see things more strategically, to take more ownership for not just their own responsibilities, but for that of the overall enterprise or the whole company.” - Winnie da SilvaIn this episode, Winnie and Peter explore the concept of a "shared responsibility mindset" in teams. They discuss how this mindset contributes to team effectiveness. They emphasize that responsibility for a team's effectiveness should not solely rest on the le...2023-11-0214 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaRobust Work Processes“What we find is that teams that have a process mindset, and what we mean by that is they're explicitly and deliberately focusing on building and refining lean processes, these teams tend to be more effective.” - Peter AxelsonIn this episode, Winnie and Peter discuss the importance of creating robust work processes for teams to enhance their effectiveness. They emphasize how this topic is interconnected with previous episodes, where they discussed business objectives and joint work. This episode focuses on how teams can efficiently work together to achieve their business objectives by developing lean...2023-11-0226 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Joint Work - A Team Development Masterclass“Every once in a while we discover a question that turns out to be particularly powerful in terms of the benefits that come from a team grappling with it. And so the question is this: ‘In order for this team to deliver on our business objectives this year, what is the high value, highly interdependent work that we must do together? ” - Peter AxelsonIn this podcast episode, Winnie and Peter discuss the concept of "Joint Work" as a critical building block for developing effective teams. They emphasize the importance of identifying the shared work t...2023-11-0226 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaAlignment on Business Objectives - A Team Development Masterclass“While many teams can figure this out on their own, some of them need help ensuring the objectives of the team are clear and aligned. What's important is that this is addressed very early on in the process.” - Winnie da SilvaIn this podcast episode, Winnie and Peter discuss the importance of ensuring clarity and alignment on a team's shared objectives. They emphasize that these objectives are specific to the team and distinct from the business objectives of the company. Episode Highlights:Team Objec...2023-11-0209 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaFoundation of Sound Interpersonal Relationships - A Team Development Masterclass“We don't need to be best friends in order to have a sound working relationship. But you do need to know each other as people. … It doesn't take a great deal of effort to learn those kinds of things about people and the benefits can be pretty big.” - Peter Axelson“You really need a basic amount of trust in and respect for each other. While you definitely want to see other positive attributes in a relationship, these two, trust and respect, they are the absolute must haves. So everything else, all the little things t...2023-11-0240 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMetrics & Building Blocks - A Team Development Masterclass“Long term, if you don't also pay attention to the satisfaction and learning dimensions, then over the long term, … the ability of that team to remain effective over time is really going to get compromised.” - Peter Axelson In this podcast episode, Winnie and Peter provide an overview of the Team Development Methodology, which will serve as the foundation for the subsequent episodes of this season. They discuss the key elements of this methodology and emphasize the importance of measuring team effectiveness. The episode also touches on the reasons behind Peter's passion for working with te...2023-11-0232 min
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIntroducing Season 4: A Team Development MasterclassIn this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, Winnie da Silva and her special co-host, Peter Axelson, provide a sneak peek into Season 4, offering a glimpse of what's in store for this Team Development Masterclass. They delve into the practical tools, examples, and insights for this season, all aimed at helping leaders and team members build effective teams. Subsequent episodes will take a deeper dive into each foundational building block, offering extensive discussions, real-life case studies, and hands-on exercises that listeners can immediately implement with their own teams. Their ultimate g...2023-11-0211 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWalking the Camino: Leadership and Life LessonsWalking the Camino: Leadership and Life LessonsIn this bonus episode, Winnie reflects on her experiences this summer walking the Camino with her family and the leadership and life lessons she learned along the way.Be prepared but don’t over prepare. Allow for serendipitous opportunities to emerge for a more present experience. Sushil planned all of the logistics to get us to ourstarting place. After that, we just started walking, following the signs as wewent. We didn’t know w...2023-10-2700 min
The Sparking EntrepreneurEmpowering Leadership with Winnie da Silva: Guiding TransformationJoin us for an enlightening episode featuring Winnie da Silva, an accomplished executive coach, leadership consultant, and trainer with over two decades of experience. Winnie's expertise has guided C-Suite leaders, executives, and emerging talents through growth and transformation. Uncover blind spots, harness strengths, and achieve measurable progress through tailored development plans aligned with business goals.
Elevate leadership skills using cutting-edge content and engaging methods, fostering energy and purpose. Align teams with business objectives and equip them with collaboration techniques for exceptional results, especially during change.
Tune in to explore how Winnie da Silva empowers leaders, fosters transformation, and drives success...2023-10-1617 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMommy, Are Your Scared?Bonus Episode: Mommy Are You Scared?Welcome leaders, friends, and listeners! While working on Season 4, I have a bonus episode to share. My daughter was in an ice-skating accident in February and I immediately tapped into a leadership program I teach called Managing Stress & Building Resiliency.There is teaching and knowing something and then there is living what you know. In this episode, I share a bit about my experience with my daughter and how I applied perceptual practices from this program. I also of...2023-04-2800 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaYou Should Smile More with the Band of SistersSeason 3; Episode 9: You Should Smile More with The Band of SistersThe Band of Sisters is a tribe of six women: Dawn Hudson, Angelique Bellmer Krembs, Katie Lacey, Lori Tauber Marcus, Cie Nicholson and Mitzi Short - who all met when they worked at PepsiCo. Each of these women are impressively accomplished executives in their own right with a deep bench of experience working in competitive and traditionally male dominated industries. They have a lot to teach us. And in fact so much so they recently published a book this fall calle...2022-12-1600 min
NEXT Women in MediaEp. 12 NEXT Women | SkillUp with Winnie da SilvaJoin NEXT Women for this new skill building series focused on professional development. Abby Auerbach, CCO, TVB & Executive Director, NEXT Women, joins Winnie DaSilva, Leadership Strategist & Executive Coach, for a 20 minute conversation about career planning.2022-12-0919 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIntention Matters with Marianne ManseauSeason 3; Episode 8: Intention Matters with Marianne Manseau Marianne Manseau is the Area Vice President for Pernod Ricard a global wine and spirits group whose ambition is to turn every social interaction into a genuine sharing experience. While Marianne’s friendly spirit is immediately apparent, underneath that smile is an extremely intentional, hardworking, and ambitious woman. Marianne shares her experience learning to be vulnerable, why intention matters and how her father and three brothers helped shaped the person she is today. Key Takeaways from this Episode: Listen to your team2022-12-0900 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaHow a Bike Accident Build a Leader with Gary HamiltonSeason 3; Episode 7: How a Bike Accident Build a Leader with Gary HamiltonGary Hamilton is the Senior Vice President for WSP a global management and consultancy services for the built and natural environment. With 25 years of experience in designing and building healthcare facilities globally, Gary is passionate not just about his work but how he shows up as a leader and being a role model for others. Gary’s flair for connecting with people and pushing himself past boundaries is truly inspirational.Key Takeaways from this Episode:2022-12-0400 min
Goal Crazy®Overcoming Limited Beliefs with Winnie Da Silva Pt. 2 | Ep. 3For more than 25 years, Winnie da Silva has worked in the people, learning, coaching, teaming and change management fields. After a career in social work, business consulting and then as a leadership development executive; Winnie started her own business. For the last 17 years, Winnie has developed her portfolio of clients as an Executive Coach, Leadership Strategist, and Team Developer. Winnie also hosts a podcast called “Transformative Leadership Conversations” where leaders share their stories of overcoming leadership challenges.
In the first part of our conversation together in episode 002, Winnie shared valuable insights on how to recognize limiting belief patt...2022-08-0422 minGoal Crazy®Overcoming Limited Beliefs with Winnie Da Silva Pt. 1 | Ep. 2For more than 25 years, Winnie da Silva has worked in the people, learning, coaching, teaming and change management fields. After a career in social work, business consulting, and then as a leadership development executive; Winnie started her own business. For the last 17 years, Winnie has developed her portfolio of clients as an Executive Coach, Leadership Strategist, and Team Developer. Winnie also hosts a podcast called “Transformative Leadership Conversations” where leaders share their stories of overcoming leadership challenges.
In this first part of our conversation together, Winnie shared valuable insights on how to recognize limiting belief patterns in your...2022-08-0430 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaSeason 3 Bonus Episode: Reflections on Leadership2022-07-0105 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaYou Have To Go FirstSeason 3; Episode 6: You Have To Go First with Lindsey SalettaLindsey Saletta is the Chief Operating Officer at west~bourne, a food and lifestyle brand that began as the first zero-waste neighborhood restaurant in New York City and is now piloting conscious capitalism in the food industry. Lindsey is an experienced multichannel consumer goods business leader with a focus on organizations experiencing transformational change. She’s also a strategic systems thinker and customer-centric leader ruthlessly focused on profitable revenue growth and cost optimization. I love Lindsey’s clarity on her own strengths and how those sam...2022-05-1149 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaI See You with Cassandra RoseSeason 3; Episode 5: I See You with Cassandra RoseCassandra Rose is a Founding Partner and DEI Practice Co-Lead at Meritarc, a human capital software company and provider of advisory services. Cassandra helps organizations fully leverage their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategy and enables HR and People Leaders to connect the value of their talent with their mission. She has also been recognized as a Top 100 DEI Leader in 2021 by Mogul. Cassandra is also a compelling speaker on the topics of benefits equity and centering the BIPOC employee journey for transformative employee engagement. Our conversation will...2022-04-2750 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Shared Journey is Where the Richness Lies with Peter and Holly GordonSeason 3; Episode 4: The Shared Journey is Where the Richness Lies with Peter and Holly GordonPeter Gordon is the Chief Investment Officer and Head of Commercial Real Estate Debt for a large asset management firm. Holly Gordon is the Chief Impact Officer at Participant Media, overseeing the company’s social impact strategy and campaigns, furthering Participant’s mission to create storytelling that inspires positive social change. Key Takeaways from this Episode:Words, Behavior & Connection· Label the conversation: Is this a vent session? Is it a decision-making sess...2022-04-1356 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaStorytelling is Our Most Powerful Tool for Change with Holly GordonSeason 3; Episode 3: Storytelling is Our Most Powerful Tool for Change with Holly GordonHolly Gordon is the Chief Impact Officer at Participant Media, overseeing the company’s social impact strategy and campaigns, furthering Participant’s mission to create storytelling that inspires positive social change. Prior to Participant, Holly co-founded Girl Rising, a global campaign for girls’ education. Holly was also an Executive Producer for Girl Rising, the film at the center of the movement. Forbes Magazine named the Girl Rising campaign the #1 Most Dynamic Social Initiative of 2012. Holly was selected by Fast Company as a member of the...2022-03-2948 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaFreedom, Responsibility and Community with Peter GordonSeason 3; Episode 2: Freedom, Responsibility and Community with Peter GordonPeter Gordon is the Chief Investment Officer and Head of Commercial Real Estate Debt for a large asset management firm. Peter is the type of leader who instinctively forms his leadership philosophy and approach and then realizes there are a few books out there that back up those instincts. Peter’s leadership analogies range from parenthood, tennis, golf, political ideologies…and through his metaphors we gain some fabulous insights.Key Takeaways from this Episode:Leadership, like par...2022-03-1537 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaTransforming, Not Eliminating, Conflict with Sarah SnyderSeason 3; Episode 1: Transforming, Not Eliminating, Conflict with Sarah SnyderSarah Snyder is the Founding Director of The Rose Castle Foundation whose mission is to equip leaders with the skills, tools, and habits needed to transform conflict. You know she’s for real when her other job is the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Special Advisor for Reconciliation. Key Takeaways from this Episode:Collaboration and leading from a place of abundance to survive scarcity· When you bring people together to collaborate, everybody wins. · When you have collaborating communit...2022-03-0158 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIntroducing Season 3: Fresh Stories, Original VoicesHi, everyone. Welcome to the third season of transformative leadership conversations with me, your host, Winnie da Silva.
“Storytelling is our most powerful tool for changing anything in the world today.”
This compelling quote, from one of my upcoming guests Holly Gordon, sums up my aspirational goal for this podcast. Sharing stories to change you, your leadership, your team, your company.
As an executive coach and leadership strategist for over 20 years, I've come to know and work with some pretty incredible people. This podcast is designed to share their inspiring stories and practical ideas you can use to develop yourself as a...2022-02-2307 min
The Leadership Tales Podcast with Colin HunterWinnie da Silva, Executive Coach and Consultant, on Emotional Intelligence and Getting ResultsToday’s guest has over twenty years of experience as an executive coach, leadership consultant, trainer, team builder and business consultant. Winnie da Silva has been a solopreneur for the last 16 years, working with hundreds of leaders at all levels from the C-Suite to newly established leaders in over a dozen industries in Fortune 500 companies to start-ups. Winnie also hosts the podcast, ‘Transformative Leadership Conversations’ where leaders share their stories of overcoming challenges and how they persevere through adversity.Listen to this conversation to learn how to take on multiple roles as a coach and consult...2022-02-1445 min
Leadership Conversations with Jonno White PodcastLeadership Conversation- Episode 56 with Winnie da SilvaName: Winnie da SilvaCurrent title: Leadership Strategist & Executive CoachCurrent organisation: Winnifred S. da SilvaFor more than 20 years, Winnie da Silva has been a sought-after executive coach, leadership facilitator, team builder and business consultant.Winnie’s clients include C-Suite leaders, top level executives and emerging leaders who are in the midst of transformational change, often launching or shaping new enterprises, businesses, or teams. Winnie works with her clients using three levers: Executive Coaching, Leadership Development Programs, Creating Effective Teams.Earlier in her career, Winnie was a Manager at...2022-02-101h 08Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaLessons on Leadership from the Great Depression with Edward ShrigleySeason 2; Episode 10: Lessons on Leadership from the Great Depression with Edward Shrigley
For this last episode of Season Two, I have a surprise guest I am especially honored to introduce you to: my grandfather, Edward Shrigley. I wish I could interview my grandfather for this episode. But he died at 96 years old when I was just 17. So instead, I’m excited to tell you a few personal stories about my grandfather’s leadership during the Great Depression. My dad, Jim Shrigley and I did some research together where we pieced together some of these...2021-07-2217 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaGet the Ball Down the Field with Gina L. OsbornSeason 2; Episode 9: Get the Ball Down the Field with Gina L. Osborn
Gina L. Osborn is an Army Veteran, a retired Cyber FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge and is now a Keynote Speaker, Leadership Consultant and the host of the podcast Lead Like a Lady featuring remarkable women who have risen to the top in male dominated industries.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
Leading as a Woman
· Sometimes men felt uncomfortable around me as the only woman, but you just igno...2021-07-1446 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaSpices, Entrepreneurship and Social Impact with Ethan Frisch & Ori ZoharSeason 2; Episode 8: Spices, Entrepreneurship and Social Impact with Ethan Frisch & Ori Zohar
Ethan Frisch and Ori Zohar are co-founders and co-owners of Burlap & Barrel. Burlap & Barrel sources unique, beautiful spices for professional chefs and home cooks. As a Public Benefit Corporation, they partner directly with smallholder farmers to source spices that have never been available in the US before and help improve the livelihoods of our partner farmers. As a Public Benefit Corporation Burlap & Barrel is building new international food supply chains that are equitable, transparent, and traceable.
Key Takea...2021-07-0757 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Unexpected Impact of Design with Guy GeierSeason 2; Episode 7: The Unexpected Impact of Design with Guy Geier
Guy Geier is the Managing Partner of FXCollaborative, and is responsible for the strategic direction of the firm and its operations. As an architect and senior leader for over 40 years, he is particularly passionate about how design impacts people and how they work; businesses and how they organize themselves to do great work; and at the same time how to minimize carbon imprint on the environment. His primary focus is having a strategic impact within a larger mission.
K...2021-06-2933 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaCash in Your Lottery Ticket with Jeff HarrySeason 2; Episode 6: Cash in Your Lottery Ticket with Jeff Harry
2021-06-2359 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaDisciplined Experimentation with Colin HunterColin Hunter is the CEO of Potential Squared International which delivers high impact leadership assessment and development solutions. Their purpose is to create a measurable global playground that disrupts the way people are led and to uncover heroes, innovators, and future leaders. With over 70 consultants based in the UK, Europe, USA, India, Asia and South Africa, Potential Squared International is truly a global team.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
Experimentation
· We need to create a fun playground to develop leaders.
· Creating a place to experiment. A pla...2021-06-0837 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaLeaders Don’t Always Have the Answers with Christina CallasSeason 2; Episode 4: Leaders Don’t Always Have the Answers with Christina Callas
Christina Callas is a dynamic digital-retail leader who drives rapid, profitable growth for iconic omnichannel retailers. She especially enjoys growing and maximizing the operating performance for challenging business environments. She is currently the EVP and Chief Digital Officer at Total Wine & More which is known as the country’s largest independent retailer of fine wine and spirits operating in over 200 super stores across 23 states – and scaling rapidly. She’s worked previously at Children’s Place, Hudson’s Bay Company and Aeropostale. S...2021-06-0134 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaOur Stories Beyond the 9 to 5 with Kerel CooperSeason 2; Episode 3: Our Stories Beyond the 9 to 5 with Kerel Cooper
Kerel Cooper is the Chief Marketing Officer at LiveIntent, one of Business Insider’s hottest AdTech companies two years in a row. Kerel is responsible for the overall business marketing strategy which includes advertising, branding, product marketing, and public relations. Kerel has emerged as one of LiveIntent’s leading voices in the industry. Kerel is also the co-founder and co-host of Minority Report podcast which highlights people of color, women & LGBTQ+ community within business, media, and technology. Kerel was also included in Crain's...2021-05-2535 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaFeeding People Feeds LeadershipSeason 2; Episode 2: Feeding People Feeds Leadership with Andy Stern & John Rigos
Andy Stern and John Rigos are co-CEO’s of Aurify Brands based in New York City. Aurify Brands is a next generation hospitality group that creates, grows, and operates category-leading brands including Le Pain Quotidien in the US, The Little Beet, Melt Shop, Fields Good Chicken, and The Little Beet Table. The Aurify Brands portfolio comprises nearly 100 restaurants across these five brands in multiple markets, across 9 states.
Andy Stern and John Rigos have worked together for over 21 years as entrepreneurs and now...2021-05-1842 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaYou're Invited To Be In The Frame with Jeehae LeeSeason 2; Episode 1: You’re Invited To Be In “The Frame” with Jeehae Lee
Jeehae Lee serves as Partner and Deputy Chief Investment Officer of Bridge Debt Strategies. She has worked in real estate, securitization and financial services for the last 17 years.
Jeehae tells the story about being a first-generation American and how a little girl in kindergarten befriended her when she could only say five words in English: “Hi, My Name is Jeehae”. Fast forward a few years later, and she is determined to invite people like her into what she cal...2021-05-1135 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaIntroducing Season Two: New Conversations with Transformative LeadersHi, Welcome to Season Two of Transformative Leadership Conversations, with me, your host, Winnie da Silva.
As an Executive Coach and Leadership Strategist for over twenty years, I believe leadership matters. I believe stories make a difference. And I believe we could all use some help and inspiration as leaders ourselves.
So, I’m thrilled to be back with you for another amazing line up of conversations with everyday leaders who are willing to share their stories of overcoming difficult challenges and the hard-earned wisdom and insight tha...2021-05-0504 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaTell Me What You Really Think with Peter AxelsonEpisode 11: Tell Me What You Really Think with Peter Axelson
Peter Axelson leads Garnet Consulting and has worked as an external consultant in training, coaching and organizational development for more than 35 years. Clients tell him that they bring him back because of his high standards for client service, his focus on behavioral change and business results and his very practical approach to helping people learn and grow.
As I close out Season One, I wanted to take a look back and go a bit deeper on two important leadership themes th...2021-02-1733 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaThe Stories We Tell Ourselves with Peter AxelsonEpisode 10: The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Peter Axelson
Peter Axelson leads Garnet Consulting and has worked as an external consultant in training, coaching and organizational development for more than 35 years. Clients tell him that they bring him back because of his high standards for client service, his focus on behavioral change and business results and his very practical approach to helping people learn and grow.
On this podcast, we’ve listened to a really interesting variety of leaders sharing their stories about a particular leadership challenge they’ve fac...2021-02-1021 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaCreative Cultural Leadership with Sanjit SethiEpisode 9: Creative Cultural Leadership with Sanjit Sethi
Sanjit Sethi has been an artist and cultural academic leader for the past twenty years and is currently the President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. He has also served in leadership roles at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design at George Washington University, Memphis College of Art, the California College of the Arts and the Santa Fe Art Institute – among others. Additionally, he has taught at prestigious art schools such as the Srishti School of Art, Design, and Technology in Indi...2021-02-0329 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaGive Away the Glory with Nathan KnightEpisode 8: Give Away the Glory with Nathan Knight
Nathan Knight believes that most people want to - and certainly can - find purpose and create value at work which is why he’s passionate about leading teams in the learning, talent and organizational development space. He is currently the Director of People Development at Better which is rapidly redefining the homeownership process through faster and more efficient technology. Previous companies he’s worked with include Casper, Sony Music, Equinox, WW and Home Depot.
Learning to Lead a Team
· Stress...2021-01-2734 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaFeedback Helps You Grow with Kevin HalleranEpisode 7: Feedback Helps You Grow with Kevin Halleran
Kevin Halleran has over 15 years’ experience in the real estate industry and is currently the EVP and CFO at Donahue Schriber. He works closely with the CEO and the Executive Committee to direct the company’s strategic vision and daily operations. Donahue Schriber is a private real estate investment trust (REIT) with a portfolio of high-quality shopping centers in the Western United States. Previous positions he’s held include the CAO at Starwood Retail Partners and Senior Manager at KPMG.
Leadership Tips
· What...2021-01-1924 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaQuestion Everything: Hurdles are Just Things in Your Mind with Dilip DaSilvaEpisode 6: Question Everything: Hurdles are Just Things in Your Mind with Dilip DaSilva
Dilip DaSilva is an entrepreneur who in 2001 launched Tribal Fusion, the first business under Exponential Interactive and who most recently launched VDX.tv. As a single founder, he wrote the software that underpins their advertising technology and then led the company through their global expansion as well as the constant evolution of their products to match the rapid changes in consumer technology and media consumption habits.
Starting, Building and Sustaining a Company for over 20 years
...2021-01-1238 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaTake a Break and ReflectEpisode Title: Take a Break and Reflect
For the last episode of 2020, I’d like to contemplate the value of taking a break and reflecting.
Two weeks ago I came across this quote: “Just because you take breaks doesn’t mean you’re broken.” By Curtis Tyrone Jones.
I laughed out loud – but I was already feeling a bit broken – broken because I wasn’t taking breaks. Running my own business, launching a podcast and taking care of three daughters with my amazing husband is a pretty full plate.
No matter what your situati...2020-12-2904 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaOnly Apologize If You’ve Done Something Wrong with Samantha PulliamEpisode 4: Only Apologize If You’ve Done Something Wrong with Samantha Pulliam
Samantha Pulliam has dedicated her entire career to woman’s health. After a 15-year career in academic medicine she is currently the Chief Medical Officer at Renovia Inc., a digital health start-up located in the Boston area. She is also a renowned doctor in the emerging field of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery.
Entrepreneurial Leadership in Covid-19
o From medical doctor to Chief Medical Officer at a MedTech start-up @3:17
o Conducting clinical researc...2020-12-2236 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMeaningful Innovation with Marcel BothaMarcel Botha is an entrepreneur, architect, and investor. He specializes in guiding product development teams from concept to viable product through experimentation with a focus on product acceleration and digital manufacturing. He has put these talents to work by starting and currently leading five different companies.
One of which is 10XBeta, a product development and engineering firm working in electronics, medical devices and specialized robotics. As the Founder and CEO of 10XBeta, he works to build expert multidisciplinary teams to solve unique, complex problems by leveraging a global network of manufacturing partners that has developed h...2020-12-1746 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaMeaningful Innovation with Marcel BothaEpisode 3: Meaningful Innovation with Marcel Botha
Marcel Botha is an entrepreneur, architect, and investor. He specializes in guiding product development teams from concept to viable product through experimentation with a focus on product acceleration and digital manufacturing. He has put these talents to work by starting and currently leading five different companies.
One of which is 10XBeta, a product development and engineering firm working in electronics, medical devices and specialized robotics. As the Founder and CEO of 10XBeta, he works to build expert multidisciplinary teams to solve unique, complex problems by lev...2020-12-1600 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaNever Waste a Crisis with Kelly JankowskiEpisode 2: Never Waste a Crisis with Kelly Jankowski
Kelly Jankowski is a Managing Director at MSL, a global public relations and integrated communications firm. At MSL, she leads the national Corporate Reputation Practice working with organizations and their leaders to build reputations by helping them shape the conversations that matter to their industries and businesses. She also oversees MSL’s Crisis Response Team. Prior to her time at MSL, she held positions at Edelman and DuPont and has worked with incredible clients like PayPal, Deloitte, Regeneron, Gilead and Booking Holdings.
As a c...2020-12-0939 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaReducing Uncertainty with Elliot FelixEpisode 1: Reducing Uncertainty with Elliot Felix
Elliot Felix is the CEO & Founder of brightspot which is a higher education strategy firm on a mission to help colleges and universities create more engaging and equitable student experiences by redesigning student services, enabling active learning in the classroom and online, and rethinking where and how people work. Over the past ten years, Elliot has grown brightspot from one employee to 14 employees and has worked with more than 90 colleges and universities – an industry going through enormous changes right now.
My conversation with Elliot provides insi...2020-12-0136 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWelcome to Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWelcome to Transformative Leadership Conversations. I’ve created this podcast for two reasons. First, I’ve always wanted to share the wisdom and insights from my clients and other amazing people, with everyone else. Second, during these unprecedented times, it’s crystal clear how much leadership matters right now; this is a defining moment for leaders, and for all of us.
This podcast brings these two things together: I’m inviting you to listen in on transformative conversations where leaders share their journeys as they work through, overcoming and thriving through adversity and change.
Every episode...2020-11-1101 minTransformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWelcome to Transformational Leadership Conversations with Winnie da SilvaWelcome to Transformational Leadership Conversations. I’ve created this podcast for two reasons. First, I’ve always wanted to share the wisdom and insights from my clients and other amazing people, with everyone else. Second, during these unprecedented times, it’s crystal clear how much leadership matters right now; this is a defining moment for leaders, and for all of us.
This podcast brings these two things together: I’m inviting you to listen in on transformative conversations where leaders share their journeys as they work through, overcoming and thriving through adversity and change.
Every episode...2020-11-1101 min
Outro Amanhã#6 - A Questão da Imagem e Da RepresentaçãoOlá, pessoal! Eu sou Vinícius da Silva e, neste episódio, a gente propõe uma reflexão acerca das imagens e do poder das representações. Algumas das nossas referências para pensar esse assunto são: bell hooks, Winnie Bueno, Patricia Hill Collins, Stuart Hall, etc. A nossa principal proposta é fomentar a discussão sobre representações e estereótipos.2020-08-2816 min