Growth Mindset ON with Cristina Crucianu

Have you ever wondered why people write memoirs? In my case, I wanted to tell my story to find healing. Thanks to it, I've outgrown the pain I felt as an underprivileged kid. Flavia who is an immigrant just like me shared her experience of coming to Spain, and her growth journey. A podcast that will inspire you to be kinder, and more open-minded about other's issues, and struggles.

Anna is originally from Ukraine, and she's had to leave her home, her possessions, and her country as she knew it when war struck in her country. Her personal story of leaving Ukraine through my native Romania from where she eventually got into a plane, is harrowing, and difficult to digest. Nonetheless, Anna always has a smile on, and takes life as it comes her way, accepting the best, and the wo...

This episode is for those who have lived in survival mode for too long and are now ready to let go, heal, and turn Awareness Mode On . Our guest, Hristina Racheva , is a career coach, somatics and nervous system facilitator, and the author of a Gratitude Journal designed to help people cultivate mindfulness and inner peace. With a long career in tech as a localization head and product manager , sh...

In this episode, I interview a fellow Romanian, and she explains her story and the impact of immigration, and how being #underprivileged impacted her adult life. She talks about the limitations and the emotional #shrinking that occurs when you experience #bullying because of your background. She talk about the negative impact that it has had on her, and her family throughout the years. Overcoming...

Este episodio es uno de los episodios más personales ya que hablo del origen del feminismo y porque para mí la igualdad de género es equivalente a la justicia social. Es un episodio personal gracias a una charla que dí en una de las empresas que me invitaron a compartir mi historia personal y mi ímpetu para erradicar la desigualdad de género. Además de ello, hablo sobre mi libro que saldrá a la ve...

While it has brought me to reassess my values, and took me to travel the world, here I explain what took me to take the harsh decision of quitting my job. There are many unconscious biases that affect minorities and less privileged people, and that's why it is crucial for me to share my story to shed some light on how it affects people on a daily basis. It is necessary to work towards raising...

Megan Murphy is a former VP of Product at Hotjar Her product career has developed at big players like Microsoft, Skyscanner, and N26, as well as early-stage startups and a boutique mobile app design studio. Originally from New York, Megan has spent the last 10 years building products and teams in San Francisco, Brazil, and now Barcelona. She is currently leaping into an entrepreneur.  In this...

 Leadership:   - is genuine and it is not meant to favor any side.   - is something transparent, it is something in the air that impacts everyone at the same level.  - Leadership happens because that’s what feels right and does not know about economic benefits and growth. - Leadership is about personal development in companies. Leadership is the love that our parents...

In this week's episode, I interviewed Jeff Gardner- Head of Platform Partnerships at Intercom He’s been part of the company since its early days and went through all the changes that hyper-growth startups go through. In this episode, you will learn about: How to effectively work remotely and attain a work-life balance How to build successful partnerships How to build a long-term relationship with...

Español: Este es un podcast grabado en directo en el Forum de Fnac Plaça Catalunya en Barcelona el 12 de septiembre de 2019 donde he tenido la oportunidad de entrevistar a mujeres líderes sobre el impacto de las mujeres en la tecnología. Es un episodio realizado en colaboración con TechBloom, donde soy miembro fundador, y somos un Think Tank que da forma al futuro con la ayuda de expertos en la ma...

Mick McKeown is a University Professor, and he’s been an Executive Director and Advisor at US Department and Homeland Security on campaigns such as human trafficking, cybersecurity and much more. His strong ethical values and the eagerness to make an impact took him to start his own company Pennovia. Pennovia is a full-service Public Affairs and issue management firm based in Washington, DC. It sp...

 What is the recipe for Self-Made Success?  with Shark Tank Winner, Shaan Patel Shaan Patel is a Shark Tank Winner and he’s been invested in the show by the billionaire Mark Cuban. Since his apparition on the American Show, Patel has grown his business from 1 million to 20 millions revenue , co-authored several books with Mark Cuban and has started another business.  Patel’s story i...

On this episode, we talk with Megan Murphy, Head of Product at N26.  You will learn about: - how to raise to the pinnacle of tech industry before your 30s? - how important is the user-centric research in product management? -how software product management can be applied to the manufacturing industry? - how engaging with your team is key to professional and personal fulfilment? 

In this episode, you will learn about: - the ins and outs of blockchain, the business opportunities it carries and why is so DISRUPTIVE.  - listen to the several use case where blockchain is disrupting and optimising aspects such as, supply chain and land registry.  - find the answers to the following questions and much more:  What is the difference between cryptocurrency an blockchain? What is th...

On this episode, we give answers to the following questions that many entrepreneurs may have:   How can you become the IBM of your industry and which are the steps to become one?  What is the approach to land big clients such as Apple, Universal Studio, etc.? Listen to Timo giving you small tips on this crucial step that will definitely make a difference in your company. You want to know what ADen...

On this week's episode, I speak to the Head of Innovation , Simone van Neerven,  at Vueling Airlines (Iberia). Simone is Six Sigma Black Belt and with over 17 years Travel Experience at KLM, now she is disrupting the Spanish company.  These are some of the topics we discussed:  - Learn what we define as Innovation - Learn what is the catalyser for innovation and how to implement it....

The guy who made it to Silicon Valley and since then he’s written a book, became Startup Grind Chapter Director and started his ow company.  Learn how a decision changed his life and that there is anything stopping you to take yours.  Topics discussed:  - Shall all startups aim to be a Unicorn? - What is the price you are paying for your 500% growth? -  Top Skills/Tips that Entrepreneurs should le...

In this episode with the Venture Capitalist Mario Brassesco, you will learn about: - Investment readiness and what does your startup need to have in order to be investment ready? - Team’s Readiness - Startup valuation - Founders Market Fit - Capital Efficiency and what does that mean? Topics by Minute:) Min8:30 - Learn what is a Business Angel Fund (Encomenda Capital) Min12:00 What do investors co...

On this episode I interview the writer of "The Mom Test", a book about how to talk to customers and know if they are lying to you.  On this episode, you will learn:  💁🏻‍♀️ Uncover how to ask questions to your customers to know if your idea is a good idea or not.  💁🏻‍♀️ How to zoom out in order to get the feedback that will grow or kill your product/service.  💁🏻‍♀️ Discove...

On this episode, Mario Ferrer will help you understand how words can make a difference between a successful product and another product.  If you are a founder, a designer, product owner or a UX writer, this episode is for you. These are some of the questions that you will have answered on this episode:  - How to define the voice and tone of your company? - How do you know which copy is t...

This week on Growth Mindset ON you'll learning how to *set your Mindset for Growth* with Stevan Popovic!   Tune in to episode #5 to ...   Learn how to nurture and grow your network organically.  Learn about a Professional Roadmap can help you to keep track and envision a strategy for your career management and growth.  Learn how can side projects nurture your personal and profe...

On this episode, I interview the founder of Delhicioso, a food tech startup in Barcelona.  Delhicioso's daily mealservice and other catering services, not just the customers receive amazing heart warming food but also, the chefs get an opportunity to realize their skill and talent. The conversation with Rishabh has brutally reminded of me an universal truth: We are here to be happy! You’ve pr...

"Creativity is born out of constraints" by Eugen Esanu Eugen Esanu is a top writer on Medium with 8,8 k Followers and a successful podcaster.   Listen to him speaking about the intricacies of business such as creativity,  product management and design among many other topics.  His story is one of a tinkerer, struggler, and a lifelong learner who hasn't given up on his professional d...

 Lila Smith is a communication Consultant at Say Things Better and she has developed a 5-step method to communicate more effectively.   In this episode, you will learn :  How to address your audience and make a communicative impact according to your customers needs.   How to become a LinkedIn local host and greater connector. 

Humbled to have as a guest a Bobby Umar who is a 5x TED speaker, I nc Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker , Best-selling author , Huffington Post contributor and a fantastic guest to have on Growth Mindset ON.  If it's not you, then who? If it's not today, then when? Humbled to have Bobby Umar, a 5x TED speaker, Inc Magazine Top 100 Leadership Speaker, Best-selling author, Huffington Pos...