GROWTH Schema

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Sir Ryan Paul Spiteri, Mindset Mentor, for a conversation about setbacks, choices, discipline, and what resilience actually looks like when life doesn't go according to plan. We explore the role of positive thinking, while also questioning where positivity ends and action needs to begin. Ryan reflects on how difficult experiences c...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Brian Cardona, Founder and Director of ElectroWaste Malta, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, resourcefulness, and recognising value where others might see very little. Brian shares his journey of starting a business from zero, without significant capital or a financial advantage to fall back on, and building it into a company o...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Lucienne Muscat, Founder and Chief People Officer of Peeple, for a conversation about what good leadership and people practices actually look like when put into practice. We explore authentic leadership and why being true to yourself is only part of the equation. Lucienne shares her perspective on the importance of consistency and fairn...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Melissa Manthos, General Manager at Switch, for a deeply personal conversation about vulnerability, uncertainty, resilience, and how our priorities can shift when life interrupts the plans we had made. Melissa speaks openly about being diagnosed with cancer, undergoing treatment, and navigating recovery. We explore the periods of uncert...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Kenneth Spiteri, Director of Business Innovation at Melita, for a conversation about the decisions, relationships, and unexpected turns that shape a career. We explore Kenneth’s decision to leave banking and take a leap into a completely different chapter, challenging the idea that a successful career needs to follow a predictable path....

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Emanuel Zammit, Director of Recruitment Services & Business Consultancy at GCS Malta, for a candid conversation about the realities of recruitment, talent acquisition, and professional growth. Together, we unpack some of the most common misconceptions surrounding recruitment and headhunting, exploring what really happens behind the...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Olivia Bilocca, Fractional HR Leader, HR Consultant, Trainer, and Warranted Systemic Psychotherapist, for a conversation that sits at the intersection of organisational life and human behaviour. Together, we explore the fascinating overlap between HR and psychotherapy, discussing how both disciplines ultimately revolve around understand...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Dr Keith M. Azzopardi, CEO and Co-Founder of Smart Materials and the driving force behind Huggah, for a conversation about innovation, persistence, and the realities of building something that has never existed before. Keith shares his journey from scientist to entrepreneur, reflecting on the failures, lessons, and sacrifices that often...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Calvin Briffa, Technology Consultant, for a grounded conversation about the realities behind career growth in today’s fast-moving, AI-driven world. We unpack what it feels like to be let go early in your career and how moments like these can quietly reshape your direction. Calvin shares his perspective on the illusion of overnight succe...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Mark Camilleri Gambin, CEO of Talexio, for a conversation that blends technology, imagination, and personal growth. We explore how gaming and fantasy worlds, often seen as escapism, can actually serve as tools for reflection, resilience, and navigating real-life challenges. Mark shares how staying connected to our “child self” can help...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Matthew Camilleri, physiotherapist and founder of Rise, for a grounded conversation on the role of physical work in shaping both the body and the mind. We explore how intentional movement goes beyond fitness, becoming a tool for building discipline, awareness, and long-term resilience. Matthew shares his perspective on why exposure to p...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Katya Varbanova, Authority, Personal Branding, and Business Advisor to CEOs, public figures, and experts, for a sharp and practical conversation on what it really takes to build visibility, influence, and a business that grows with intention. We explore the difference between an abundance and scarcity mindset, and how this quietly shape...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Chloë Cauchi, a Gozitan lawyer and youth advocate, for a conversation that is both honest and reflective of the world young people are navigating today. We explore the impact of doom scrolling and how constant digital exposure shapes our thinking, attention, and self-perception. Chloë shares her personal experiences with bullying and ho...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Stefan Farrugia, CEO of Eunoia and a leader in the field of Business Intelligence and analytics. With more than two decades of experience helping organisations turn complex data into meaningful insights, Stefan shares his journey from employee to entrepreneur, and what it really takes to build a company around innovation, curiosity, and...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Kelly Briffa for a grounded and honest conversation about courage, change, and redefining success on your own terms. As a Sales Manager leading remote teams across the EMEA region, Kelly shares her journey of stepping outside routine, embracing failure as a teacher rather than a threat, and learning the difference between regret and dis...

This is a special live edition of the GROWTH Schema podcast, recorded during the Malta Chamber of Psychologists (MCP) AGM. In this dynamic setting, the conversation unfolds not only between host and guest, Prof. Clarissa Sammut Scerri, but also with the audience—bringing in spontaneous questions, reflections, and moments of collective inquiry. Throughout the session, we explore complex psychologic...

In this roundtable episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, we come together for an honest and deeply relatable conversation about the realities of being a working parent. Joined by Stephanie Cacopardo, Alex Falzon, and Michelle Fenech Seguna, we explore the constant balancing act between work, family, and self. We talk about the struggle of saying no, the pressure to succeed academically, financiall...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Justin Paul Anastasi for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship beyond the highlight reels. We explore what it truly means to believe in your own ideas, especially when doubt, setbacks, and uncertainty show up along the way. Justin shares reflections on perseverance, grit, and the inner work required to keep going when outcomes a...

In this roundtable episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, recorded in collaboration with FHRD and hosted at KonnektTalexio, we bring together Ediana Guillaumier, Matthew Bartolo, and Karl Grech for a grounded, thought-provoking conversation on what effective leadership really looks like today. Together, we explore self-awareness through the Johari Window, the role of psychological safety in buildin...

In this reflective and deeply human episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Elaine Dutton to explore what it really means to live a meaningful, intentional life. Through stories of travel, family, and personal awakening, we unpack the quiet power of slowing down, appreciating beauty, and recognising the profound lessons hidden in everyday moments. From a father–son journey through th...

In this deeply human episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, we sit down with Loredana Mallia, Chief HR Officer at MAPFRE Middlesea, for a grounded and honest conversation about the moments that shape us most. Together, we explore failure as a teacher, the quiet weight of disappointment, the emotional complexity of parenting, and what it truly means to pursue inner peace in a noisy world. Loredana a...

In this special roundtable episode of the GROWTH Schema Podcast, produced in collaboration with FHRD Malta, we sit down with three leading HR professionals — Noel Debono, Matthew Psaila, and Naomi Barry — to explore how Learning and Development (L&D) is evolving in Malta’s fast-changing workplace landscape. Together, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of lear...

What does it take to lead with clarity when life feels like chaos? In this deeply reflective episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, I sit down with Kevin White, leadership strategist, business therapist, and co-founder of Believe Crew. Kevin shares his journey of raising a large family, relocating across countries, and continuing to show up with integrity for his clients—all while navigating the em...

In this high-energy episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, we sit down with Valeex Emin—real estate consultant, content creator, and the candid voice behind Valeex Talks. Known for making the Malta property market feel less intimidating and a lot more human, Valeex brings a unique blend of strategy, simplicity, and bold mindset. Together, we explore the mindset behind taking risks with money, the a...

In this episode of the GROWTH Schema podcast, we sit down with the brilliant and unapologetically authentic Magda Stega, an internationally recognized inclusion strategist, TEDx speaker, and Forbes Women Top 25 Influencer. Magda opens up about her personal journey of transitioning from man to woman, confronting deep-rooted stigma, navigating judgment, and ultimately arriving at a place of self-acc...