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In this episode, Serena discuss the importance of authenticity and kindness in the professional world with Ahmad Abdelaziz , founder of Alien Talent Venture. Ahmad shares insights on how to navigate career changes, emphasizing the role of self-alignment and passion in career success. He introduces Alien Talents, a platform he created to support talents from the MENA region in finding global remote...

In this episode, host Serena sits down with Aman Zaidi, a leadership and executive coach focused on organizational transformations, well-being, and education. They discuss the meaning of resilience, the importance of community, and how acceptance and adaptability play crucial roles in personal growth and professional success. Aman's Linkedin

In this episode, Serena hosts Jannah Bachrouche, founder and CEO of Herc HR, for a deep and poignant conversation on the intersection between our daily work, ethical leadership and the ongoing genocide in Palestine. This episode delves into the emotional and professional challenges faced by everyone during times of extreme conflict, focusing on personal reflections, decolonization of the mind, and...

In this episode, Serena is joined by Andrew GottWorth, an advocate for the International OCD Foundation and leader of the Berlin OCD work. Together, they discuss the journey of returning to work after facing mental health challenges. Andrew shares his personal experiences with OCD, depression, anxiety, and ADHD, revealing the importance of a supportive environment and the power of taking things sl...

In this podcast episode, Serena interviews Aditi Raghuram, an executive leadership and wellbeing coach, to explore the concept of bouncing back from difficult situations and the challenges associated with it. The conversation dives deep into themes such as resilience, self-compassion, and re-defining success and wellbeing, both personally and professionally. Aditi's Linkedin Aditi's website

In this podcast episode, Serena speaks with Neha Lagoo Ratnakar about the challenges and rewards of restarting a career after a break. Neha, a champion for women reentering the workforce, shares her personal journey and offers insightful advice on overcoming self-doubt, embracing patience, and finding support. They discuss societal pressures, the importance of learning from mistakes, and the relev...

Serena talks with Benjamin Dehant, a facilitator, artist, and creative mastermind. They explore being laid off, how AI supports coming back to work, Benjamin's unique career book, AI's impact on job security, embracing chaos, self-creation, and celebrating achievements. Benjamin shares insights on giving space and time in a quick wins culture. They discuss trusting oneself and the role of AI in Be...

Serena talks with Kathryn Paylor-Bent, an Adaptive Fashion Designer, Disabled Entrepreneur, and Northern Power Woman on the Future List 2023. They discuss the importance of adaptive fashion and how Catherine is creating a new narrative around fashion that can adapt to different bodies. They also talk about Catherine's personal journey as a disabled CEO and the challenges she has faced in the fashi...

Serena talks with Nynke Voss, a Ritual Designer, Facilitator, and Co-Founder of Community Rituals in this insightful episode. They discuss the significance of rituals in our daily lives, exploring their importance in both personal and professional contexts. Nynke shares her indigenous roots and how they influence her work. They delve into the challenges of creating rituals in Western society and h...

Serena talks with Joerg Sauer, ACC ICF Coach and a leader that is empowering individuals, teams, and organizations with coaching. Currently, Joerg is the CIO of a multinational company in Indonesia. He is also the community leader for Morphosis Coaching Indonesia. In our conversation, we discussed why coaching is so important within an organization, how coaching can create a safe bubble to express...

Serena talks with Katerina Di Marco, mum of little Berenika, consultant, facilitator, and embodiment coach. She's currently building her own business Pause to Move. She's also responsible for the learning cluster "Parents Grow Too" under the Community L&D Shakers. You can discover more about Katerina here: Katerina's Linkedin L&D Shakers Community

Serena talks with Olla Joungerius, Founder of the BerLearn Community & Inclusion and Global Learning & Development Architect at Nortal, about the role of HR in welcoming back employees, about the new challenges on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and about the role of vulnerability to create a meaningful work environment. You can discover more about Olla here: Olla's Linkedin BerLearn Comm...

Serena talks with Sara Huang, Heart ♥️ based consultant & human-centered facilitator, about using facilitation skills to support people who are coming back to work, the importance of creativity and music in finding your way back and how can we deal with power dynamics in a more caring way. You can discover more about Sara here: Sara's Linkedin Sara's website

Serena talks with Tina Dreisicke, Agile Learning Professional, Coach & Entrepreneur , about how can we apply the Agile Methodology to coming back to work, the challenge of well being and practical advice to create a welcoming environment at work. You can find more information about Tina here Tina's Linkedin

A really special episode for the International Stuttering Day 2022. Serena talks again with Puneet Singh Singhal, Founder of Ssstart and Disability Activist, about Stammering, a new perspective on Diversity and Inclusion and about the importance of joy, pleasure and happiness. You can find more about Puneet here: Ssstart Linkedin page, a non-profit that promises patience, empathy, and freedom of c...

Serena talks with Cinzia Silvia Melograna, Talent partner and Recruitment expert, about how recruitment has changed during the pandemic, how can you propose yourself when you are coming back to work to a new company and how you can take care of yourself after a rejection. You can find more information about Cinzia here: Cinzia's Linkedin

Serena talks with Rita Ofili, the number 1 wheelchair model in Nigeria, about the importance of giving a voice to the voiceless, disability in Nigeria and in Africa, becoming a model and being intentional in building our own future. You can find more information about Rita here: Rita's Linkedin Rita's Instagram: @iamritaofili_official

Serena talks with Leon Teh, Transformative Coach & Facilitator and Self-Love Speaker & Advocate, about the importance of self-love & self -care, the challenges of listening to our heart's desires, tools to come back to work and to life. You can find more about Leon here: Leon's Linkedin Leon's website Leon's youtube channel

Serena talks with Véronique Péron, Coach, Leadership Trainer, Founder & Host of Explore and Sense, about the importance of self-compassion, the role of leaders in welcoming back employees and the challenge of coming back to work every day. You can find more about Véronique here: Véronique's Linkedin Explore and Sense - a project around the importance of Emotional Intelligence for Leaders

Is it possible to accept our limiting beliefs? Hug them and thank them? Lena Nasiaskou is an Embodied Coach, Trainer and Facilitator, and she will guide us in a powerful meditation on limiting beliefs, we will discuss the impostor syndrome, the importance of the body and pratical tools to feel grounded. You can find Lena here: Lena's moves: her website Lena's Linkedin profile

Is it possible to love our heart? Patrick Dunn is the Program Director, at the Center for Health Technology and Innovation of the American Heart Association and in this conversation we discuss the importance on Cardiac Rehab, the need of a support system, how can we learn to take care of ourselves. More info here: American Heart Association Patrick Dunn's Youtube Channel Knowing your Heart : Cardi...

Serena talks with Rachel Gooen, Facilitator & Therapist, on her healing journey through depression, setting the right boundaries and creating the right environment to recover. You can find more about Rachel here: Rachel's website

Serena talks with Puneet Singh Singhal, Founder of Ssstart and Disability Activist, about the importance of acceptance, the challenges of living with a disability in India and in the world, and the beauty of recognizing our self value. You can find more about Puneet here: Ssstart Linkedin page, a non-profit that promises patience, empathy, and freedom of communication. Ssstart Website Puneet Singh...

Serena is joined by a former manager Lori Gustavus, to discuss the story that led her to create this podcast.

Serena talks with Lana Jelenjev on the importance of community and rituals when returning to work after surviving breast cancer. Links Lana's website Community Alchemy - Lana's Newletter