Change is possible: Your Career Transformation Guide

In the latest episode of our podcast dedicated to career growth and change, I had the privilege of hosting Tatiana Kolovou, a renowned professor at the Kelley School of Business, Indiana University. With her vast experience in business communication, cross-cultural communication, and resilience building, Tatiana brings invaluable insights to anyone looking to navigate the complex world of career d...

Dive into the financial acumen of Carl Seidman, a maestro in Financial Planning & Analysis, as he shares his journey from traditional finance roles to becoming a go-to expert for career and finance transformation and strategic business advising. In our latest episode, Carl uncovers the essence of pivoting in one's career, identifying the qualities that distinguish successful professionals...

In this episode, Stanford lecturer Matt Abrahams demystifies the art of communication and unveils the keys to becoming an exceptional speaker. With a deep understanding of human interaction and a passion for teaching, Matt shares invaluable tips and strategies that will empower anyone, regardless of their background or experience, to master the art of effective communication. Drawing from his exte...

Join us as we journey with Amna Ajmal—Mastercard's Executive Vice President of Market Development in EMEA—tracing her ascent from banking roots to pinnacle fintech leadership. Celebrated among the top 100 women in fintech by IBM & Fintech Magazine and distinguished as one of the top 25 women fintech trailblazers, Amna's strategic impact echoes across 80 global markets. This episode delves into her...

Discover the transformative journey of Kathy McFee,  who transitioned from a high-stakes corporate sales career to become a beacon of empowerment and leadership for women. Kathy opens up about her dynamic experiences, challenges, and the wisdom she gained while climbing the corporate ladder to become a VP and EVP in Sales. Kathy’s mission through 'Insights to Action' is to empower women, h...

In this riveting interview, we delve deep into Lester Chng's remarkable transition from the Singapore Navy to the world of cybersecurity in Canada. Facing challenges like job loss didn't deter Lester; instead, he turned adversity into opportunity, securing a new position in a flash and even writing a book about his experiences. Dive into this conversation to uncover the essence of resilien...

Hey everyone, and welcome back to the Change is Possible podcast – Your Career Transformation Guide. Today's episode? Well, it's a special one. We've got Mr. Deniz Guven with us, and trust me when I say his journey in the banking world is mind-blowingly inspiring. From humble beginnings in Turkey, he reached the Executive levels with some BIG names like HSBC and Standard Chartered. On top of that,...

Get ready to meet Robin Yoo – my guest today, who swapped his corporate desk for the entrepreneur's hustle. For 27 years, he navigated the intricate world of corporate secretarial services, wearing multiple hats and sharpening his skills across industries. Then, Robin decided it was time for a change. He took everything he learned from his corporate journey, packed it up, and co-founded Agile...

Hello, everyone, and welcome back to our podcast! Today, we have a truly inspiring story for all of you budding entrepreneurs out there. We are joined by a special guest, Mathew Howe, who, just 18 months ago, walked away from the security of his corporate job and plunged headfirst into urban farming. Today, not only has he managed to create a thriving company, but he has also taking  it internatio...

Maaike Steinebach believes that technology can democratise the financial, physical, mental and sexual wellbeing of everyone and can help women in particular. After 25 rewarding years in financial services and tech, most recently as CEO of Visa Hong Kong & Macau, she founded FemTechFuture in 2023 to focus on advisory and impact investment in women’s sexual, financial, physical and mental wellbeing,...

Does the brain help or hinder our attempts to change? I am talking with Prof. Dr. Fadil Citaku on this very subject. He is a professor of Leadership and Emotional Intelligence at theAcademy of Leadership Sciences Switzerland (ALSS). He is the founder and CEO of the ALSS, the founder and director of the graduate program  Doctorate in Medical Education (DME) and professor of PhD program in Medical E...

Today's episode will be a little different. I started this podcast in February 2022. Back then, this podcast was finding its voice. It began with audio-only episodes, a small but dedicated community, and a humble number of subscribers. Fast forward to today, and we've expanded our reach to 50 countries, topping the podcast charts several times in careers sections in Bulgaria, Singapore, an...

Today, I am excited to have Hedwige Nuyens, the CEO of the International Banking Federation and a prominent leader in the world of international banking, on our show. With over 37 years of experience in board and C-level roles, Hedwige has honed her expertise in strategy, risk, finance, compliance, regulatory, and digital transformation. But beyond her impressive professional achievements, Hedwige...

This time, I have swapped roles and become the guest in my own podcast. I am an ex-banker, working at Citibank for 21 years. Ex Regional COO for Asia for Treasury and Trade Solutions, a division called "the jewel in the crown". I covered 16 countries in my last job; two of them were China and India.  And then, in 2021, I quit my job and moved the family to Europe to start a completely different li...

Ben Legg, the CEO and co-founder of The Portfolio Collective, is a skilled technology CEO, engineer, author, and former COO of Google Europe. Today he is focused on helping thousands of entrepreneurs to flourish - through hands-on mentoring, team building, consulting, investing, fundraising, board roles and career coaching. This episode caters to individuals at every stage of their careers, from g...

She is leading Singpost, which is  amongst the world's Top 10 Postal Service operators . Before that, she worked for Changi airport, which has been named the “world's best airport” for a record 12th time. I am privileged to have her as my guest Here is what we spoke about: (01:23) Intro (02:40) Su Yin's childhood, upbringing and joining the navy (07:38) Being a commanding officer of a...

What do you get when you cross aeronautical engineering and a beekeeper?   Well…you will get our next guest – Sergey Petrov.   Join us as he takes us on an exciting journey from purely engineering work to tackling one of the biggest threats to our food supply - the extinction of bees.   And get ready to be inspired!   Here is what we spoke about:   (01:07) Intro (02:10) Sergey’s childhood, why he...

Kajal's journey from a dentist to a jewellery designer is nothing short of remarkable. After 10 years of working in the more conventional career of dentistry, Kajal had the courage to step out of her comfort zone and make a profound change. With sheer dedication and hard work, she honed her skills and unleashed her creativity to establish "Kajal Naina Fine Jewellery" in January 2017. Since then, h...

Today we don’t have one but two guests. I'm delighted to introduce Anna Wong and Ines Gafsi, the co-founders of Female Entrepreneurs Worldwide (FEW), Asia-Pacific's largest platform for female founders with a growing community of over 20,000 members. Eight years ago, Anna and Ines took a leap of faith and left their traditional careers to start FEW. Since then, they've helped hundreds of women ent...

Hi everyone and welcome to Episode 25 of the Change is Possible podcast.  My guest is Simon Clarke. He is a Managing Director with Citibank Private bank, and his career spans 38 years.   You know how in the last several years people started to look for more meaning and flexibility. Many are looking for a career change. In this environment, Simon seems to have found a balance and purpose...

This is episode 24 and my guest today is an amazing young lady - Karolina Attspodina. She started her career in the digital marketing space, then founded her first company in the events industry, sold it, and started advising and mentoring startups around the world. Today she is the CEO and co-founder of a solar tech startup, We Do Solar. The company offers a smart balcony solar solution that can...

Hi everyone, Happy New Year! I hope you had a great festive season. I am excited to start the new year with my next guest - Dr. Elizabeth Lindsey. She  is the first Polynesian Explorer and female Fellow in the history of  the National Geographic Society. A cultural anthropologist and  award-winning filmmaker, she travels worldwide as a conservationist of  indigenous wisdom...

Hi, this is episode 22 of the “Change is a possible podcast”  and our last episode  for this year. My guest today is Mark Ross. He is one of these forever curious and interesting people who has made many unexpected and non-traditional career changes. But let’s start from the beginning – he is one of 13 children! As a child and young adult, he was not even thinking about a career, he want...

Hi everyone, this is episode 21 of the "Change is possible" podcast.  Let me introduce you to my guest today – Stella Kasdagli. She is the former editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine in Greece. And following over ten years of working there, Stella realized she needed to make a career change. During this period, she co-founded Women On Top as a side hustle. Today it is a non-profit organiz...

Hello, hello, and welcome to episode 20 of the Change is Possible podcast.  I can’t wait to introduce you to my guest today - Augusto Rozo. He is one of those people for whom change is a way of life. Augusto was 19 when he first moved to NYC. At 22, he was in Barcelona and started his first company with only $80. Eventually, the business took him around the world, selling his products, buildi...