This Feels Right: TFR – Details, episodes & analysis

Alexandr Korshykov is the founder and CEO of DreamX, a Ukrainian design and development company.

Starting in his early twenties, he grew DreamX from a two-person team to over 20, all while navigating the challenges of war.

Passionate about innovation and impact-driven initiatives, he is committed to shaping the future of design and supporting social projects.

In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right, we explore what it truly means to lead under pressure with Alexandr, a 26-year-old entrepreneur running a company in Ukraine during wartime.

Despite the challenges, Alexandr demonstrates leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence well beyond hisyears. He shares how he keeps his team motivated, makes tough decisions with confidence, and stays focused on his big goals—even in unpredictable conditions.

 

We also dive into his philosophy on leadership: why investing in people matters more than profit, how he turns crisis into opportunity, and what drives him to keep pushing forward.

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ Leadership is about responsibility—showing up for your team when it matters most.

2️⃣ Big goals create momentum and keep you moving forward, no matter the obstacles.

3️⃣ True leaders invest in their people, not just their bottom line.

 

🎧 Tune in to hear how leadership, resilience, and ambition come together in the face of adversity!

• Connect with Alexandr on Linkedin
• Learn more about DreamX

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How do we make learning stick?

In this episode ofTFR: This Feels Right, we dive into the future of learning withBenoît Hardy-Vallée, Director of Workforce Transformation at Deloitte. With over 15 years of experience in Human Capital consulting, Benoît specializes in learning strategy, HR transformation, and AI-powered solutions.

We explore why so much corporate learning gets ignored, the difference between compliance-driven and performance-driven training, and how to make learning more engaging, relevant,and actionable.

If you want to rethink how people learn, this episode is packed with insights!

Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Learning works best when it’s engaging and relevant.
2️⃣ There’s a big difference between learning for growth and learning forcompliance.
3️⃣ Real learning happens through action, not just content.

🎧 Tune in and rethink how we approach learning in the workplace!

Connect with Benoit on Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/hardyvallee/

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In business and in life- How are you dealing with uncertainty? Can you use the principles of Improvisation to better adapt? YES AND... moving forward when you can't predict the future. TFR 's guest Scotty Watson is here to help🙏 ⭐️Head of NYC Faculty for the improvisational theatre program at ANDTheatre Company. ⭐️Alumnus of The Second City Canadian National Touring Company. ⭐️Improv & Advanced Sketch Writing Teacher for The Second City NYC. We talk about: 👉The first thing you need to let go of. 👉3 basic principles from improv to make positive choices and be present. 👉What Scotty brought as the CMO for a 125-year-old bank! This feels right. Caution: There is some explicit language.

How do you adapt your communication style virtually and make it FEEL different?

Are you and your teams Zoomed out?

When have you earned the right to 'push' your idea?

TFR 's guest is here to help: David Knechtel 

VP Business Development Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, Managing Director  The Client Counsel.

AND a Friend, Mentor!

We talk about:

• 3 practices to connect virtually (Planning, Story,  Voices/Culture)
• The high degree of ambiguity that has changed the way we communicate
• A different perspective on Empathy and Motivate.

David grew up on a family farm in Ontario, Canada and then took off! Living and working around the world helping to build companies and their people.

This felt right to reconnect with David and continue my Jedi training :))

Time to rediscover your play. No purpose. No objective. Just the joy of being fully present in the moment. Rediscover how to tap back into your creativity.  Silence your inner critic. How to make the most of 2020. We're playing with Jeff Harry helping us tap into our true selves, happier, more fulfilled-all by playing! Go for a bike ride for fun, not to lose 5lbs! This feels right!

Obstacles don’t feel right.

They don’t get easier...but you can get better.

Your next obstacle might be in business, personal, or a physical feat.

After 10 years of obstacle course racing, I share the parallels in life and business and will guide through the:

.Beginning

.During

.Finish

.What happens after?

With adaptability, resourcefulness,  discomfort, trust and courage - we'll get you across the finish line, arms up and celebrating your new found courage to get over your next obstacle.

TFR Listeners THANK YOU!!  And if this feels right for you and your organisation, mention "Obstacle"  to get 50% off a 60-minute virtual session on overcoming obstacles.

Book here for a 15-minute Zoom call.  Or email  joel@joelsilverstone.com

We get into the athlete's mindset with Dr. Rolf Wagschal- Mental Performance Consultant.

• Feel prepared for your  '30 second' moments
• What YOU can control to re-invent yourself 
• Stop thinking about the podium, start thinking about your next step

Dr. Rolf Wagshal has worked with every type of athlete at the college & professional level and supporting the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

In this podcast, he shares his expertise for helping build people and team cultures in ways that foster optimism, self-awareness, and a growth mindset.

This episode is going to feel right for your next move, Olympian or not.

Season 3 Premiere With special guest:  Michael Varga @vargacooks 👉Master Chef Finalist 👉Chopped Canada Winner 👉Firefighter We do something a little different here for the podcast. Michael and I go for a physical distance walk and not just 6 feet, we are 4,340 KMS apart! Michael shares his journey from ‘hot pockets’ cuisine to being inspired by family kitchen memories and becoming a Master Chef. We also talk about: -What it takes to for teamwork and openness in the firehall. -The role vulnerability has played in his decisions. -Battling anxiety  -and Nana's Falafel Ping Pong! A great conversation that you won’t want to miss. It's going to feel right! A little  more about our guest Michael Varga: His Hungarian father, a self- taught chef, laid the groundwork for Michael’s personal approach to cooking. His father’s motto, “When it tastes good, its ready,” continues to inspire Michael ’s culinary creativity. Michael’s mother, a native of Egypt, introduced him to the spice profiles of the Mediterranean and Middle East, which have become staples in his cuisine. A seasoned Vancouver firefighter, Michael’s skills have been tested in the firehall kitchen. Fueling hungry firefighters with interesting and delicious meals while sticking to a budget is a challenge Michael enjoys. Michael competed on the reality television show “Chopped Canada,” taking home the title of Chopped Canada Champion! Then a new opportunity to showcase his cooking skills under intense pressure: Master Chef Canada - season 5. Michael went on to become a finalist and the opportunity to work with a number of talented chefs elevated his skills and pushed his limits in the kitchen. Michael strives to continually evolve his reach as a health enthusiast, chef and a family man

Public speaking is hard. It doesn't have to be.  

Yes you can get better, feel more confident and shift your focus from yourself to your audience, and connect.   

This week's guest on TFR, Master Talk Presenter ⭐️ Brenden Kurmarasamy ⭐️  Master Talk 

Brenden brings his perspective and a mindset that is actionable, straightforward, and easy to put into action. 

I liked his 'random word' exercise ( GOLD!) and of course the idea of successive practice to focus on the emotion of the speech and trust the content.  

If you are looking to feel inspired to deliver your next talk, meeting, or lead a virtual session, this episode is going to feel right.

"Lights, Camera, Action!"

It's time to get your new headshot? Stressed? Yep! Getting your professional headshot can feel like going to the dentist. 

• How do you feel prepared? 
• How do you choose the right photographer?
• How important is that right shot? You know the one that says warmth, respect, trust, authority?? 
• AND LIKEABILITY!!

This week's very special guest on TFR, Professional Headshot Photographer ⭐️ Jonathan Ellul ⭐️  www.jephoto.ca

Jonathan ( 'Jonny') shares how he uses his communication skills to influence his clients in bringing out the best in themselves.

Jonny brings his insights as a professional actor, being on the other side of the camera to the forefront. 

We discuss how to soften the self-talk, connect to the emotions and our subconscious- basically how Jonny helps his clients let go of trying to be in control and trust him. 

 Bonus: It has a lot to do with our eyebrows, eyes, and mouth!☺️

If you are looking to feel more comfortable for your next photoshoot and learn how Jonny influences others to be  at their best...this episode is going to feel right.