The Alame Podcast: Change Your Company – Details, episodes & analysis

We talk about how leaders can drive and accelerate collaboration in their teams and organizations, with Harvard Professor Dr. Heidi Gardner, author of the Washington Post bestselling book "Smart Collaboration". Some of the takeaways:

​To apply smarter collaboration we need deep expertise who are exited, passionate and educated in our area.

​We need to find people who have complementary basis of expertise

​All successful entrepreneurs are actually heading platforms which contain qualified, passionate and ambitious people who are supporting them.

​Dr. Gardner Introduces a tool under “Smart Collaboration” to measure how we identify problems, and how teams can interact to approach that problems.

These and much more were discussed in this beneficial conversation.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond.  For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

My guest in this episode is Richard Jolly. He is Adjunct Professor at London Business School and Director of the organizational consulting firm, Stokes & Jolly Consulting Limited. In this fascinating talk, we explored many leadership topics including organizations being socio-technical systems, how confident organizations make it to success, how strategy work changed, the importance of engaging people, the current status of executive education and corporate learning, and much more. A masterclass in organizational leadership and development with many inspiring stories and examples!

Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on  fouadmalame@gmail.com. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.

An inspiring and motivating episode with Carl Magnus Norden, who is a senior entrepreneur and co-founder of Decade Energy - Stockholm, Sweden. We talk about leadership and especially leading start-ups. Some of the key takeaways:

• Resilience is Key: Navigating startup challenges and diverse industries requires adaptability and a resilient mindset.
• Purpose-Driven Teams: Building a motivated and unified team around a clear purpose is essential for long-term success.
• Celebrate Progress: Staying motivated involves acknowledging daily wins and focusing on problem-solving as part of the journey to success.
• User Engagement: Actively engaging with end-users ensures products are relevant and meet real-world needs, enhancing satisfaction and impact.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Professor Anand Nyshadham from the University of Michigan and co-founder of Good Business Lab.  The episode discusses the transformative impact of investing in people's skills and well-being in the workplace. The discussion also underscores the dual benefit of improving workplace conditions: increasing productivity and reducing turnover, thereby benefiting both employees and employers alike. Some of the key takeaways: Investing in soft skills like teamwork and communication can significantly boost productivity in the workplace. Scientifically-backed interventions in employee development can lead to measurable increases in productivity and morale. Positive changes in workplace culture and employee well-being have cascading effects, benefiting entire teams and organizations. Effective investments in people not only enhance productivity but also contribute to long-term profitability and sustainability for businesses. These and much more in this special episode. Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode where we discuss scaling and leading startups for accelerated growth with Bartosz Skwarczek, CEO of G2A, who shares insights on building a successful, bootstrapped global marketplace for digital entertainment, emphasizing the importance of defining company culture, hiring and retaining top talent, and maintaining continuous growth and improvement. Some of the key takeaways:

• Leadership and Culture: Establishing and maintaining a strong, authentic culture is essential for long-term business success.
• Talent Acquisition: Hiring and retaining the best talent requires bravery, strategic vision, and an alignment with the company's values and goals.
• Continuous Development: Investing in employee training and personal development is crucial for sustaining growth and innovation.
• Adaptability and Growth Mindset: Emphasize a growth mindset and constantly seek improvement to avoid stagnation and maintain competitive edge.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Rasmus Holst who is the CEO of Annamas 365. We discussed the company's rapid scaling, emphasizing human success, accountability, and cross-team collaboration for creating a healthy workplace culture. Some of the key takeaways:

• Prioritizing human success: Redefining HR paradigms, focusing on customer success, personal growth, and fostering engagement.
• Strategic global expansion: Leveraging partnerships instead of physical presence for efficient scaling, particularly within the Microsoft ecosystem.
• Cultivating accountability and collaboration: Leadership fosters a healthy workplace culture by empowering decision-making, fostering accountability, and encouraging cross-team collaboration, fostering innovation and autonomy.
• Continuous feedback and engagement: Regular check-ins and weekly engagement surveys facilitate open communication, ensuring alignment, and adapting to evolving employee needs and preferences.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

72. Leadership - Influence of Emotions in the Workplace - Jack Craven

An inspiring episode with Jack Craven, who is an author and executive coach. We talk about the critical importance of acknowledging and managing emotions in the workplace, offering practical strategies for cultivating a mindset of aliveness and fostering a culture of vulnerability and connection. and some of the key takeaways:

• Leaders must acknowledge and manage emotions to foster a culture of openness and effectiveness.
• Embracing vulnerability allows teams to connect deeply and perform at higher levels.
• Simple exercises like naming emotions and locating them in the body can release tension and foster clarity.
• Cultivating an "aliveness mindset" involves anchoring oneself with personal traits and daily practices that promote connection and growth.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Sam Rosen, who is the co- founder and CEO of Deskpass, helping teams adopt hybrid work. We talk about working virtually and remotely, and some of the key takeaways:

• How to build a great culture without having a physical space
• The importance of human connections for remote and hybrid teams
• Simple practices to drive teamwork in a virtual workplace
• How remote work is as important as a salary raise

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Jonathan Bennett, who is a strategic advisor, executive and board Coach and Former B Corp Founder and CEO. We talk about leadership challenges, including driving execution, driving ownership among the team and changing peoples’ behavior in the workplace. Some of the key takeaways:

• How to avoid being disappointed or frustrated by lack of ownership or low quality work.
• How to accelerate creating agreements in your team and at your workplace.
• Empowering your people to do their best work and love doing it.
• Managing the emotional rollercoaster of leaving your team or business behind and moving on.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch

An inspiring episode with Sam Adeyemi, who is an author, executive coach for senior executives and founder and CEO of Sam Adeyemi GLC, Inc. The episode explores the importance of understanding and appreciating generational differences in leadership, emphasizing the need for empathy, respect, and inclusive leadership to empower individuals to lead effectively in today's diverse workplaces. Some of the key takeaways:

• Leadership is inclusive: Recognize that everyone has the capacity to lead, fostering a culture where all individuals are empowered to contribute their unique strengths.
• Empathy and respect are essential: Building strong relationships and understanding different perspectives are crucial for effective leadership across generations.
• Continuous learning is key: Leaders must prioritize self-improvement and seek feedback to continuously develop their leadership skills.
• Authenticity breeds trust: Transparency, honesty, and genuine care for others are fundamental qualities that inspire trust and loyalty in leadership.

These and much more in this special episode.

Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact fouad@alame.ch