Dov Pollack – Dov Pollack Executive Coaching

June 14, 2021June 13, 2021

Andrea Heuston: On the Power of Resiliency, Choosing Your Reaction, and Creating a Fail-Forward Atmosphere

Andrea Heuston

Andrea Heuston is the CEO and Creative Principal of Presentation Design and Strategic Communications at Artitudes Design, a full-service graphic design firm that delivers award-winning design solutions. Andrea also serves as a Board Member for Entrepreneurs’ Organization.

Andrea is also the author of the best-selling book Stronger on the Other Side: The Power to Choose, and the host of the Lead Like A Woman podcast, a show that focuses on empowering women to empower others.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Andrea Heuston talks about starting her podcast, Lead Like A Woman
How Andrea learned to embrace her uniquely feminine approach to leadership and business
The importance of practicing a fail-forward mindset as an entrepreneur
Andrea talks about why women should focus on their superpowers — not their weaknesses
What inspired Andrea to write her new book, Stronger on the Other Side
Andrea discusses her greatest strengths — and how they have propelled her personally and professionally

In this episode…

Let’s face it: life is full of hardships. From lost opportunities, to less-than-favorable health diagnoses, to embarrassing workplace mistakes, difficulties and failures can make us feel beaten down and underqualified. But what if life didn’t have to be this way?

Andrea Heuston has spent decades carving out her own path as a female executive, and she has one piece of life-changing advice to share: fail forward. Though it is so easy to feel discouraged or pessimistic when you encounter hurdles in life and business, Andrea has learned that failure equals power. When you begin to accept missteps, you can use them as a catalyst for growth and ambition — and this is what drives unprecedented success. So, how can you start embracing a fail-forward mindset and using your hardships to your advantage?

In this episode of Next Wave Leadership, Andrea Heuston, the CEO and Creative Principal of Presentation Design and Strategic Communications at Artitudes Design, sits down with Dov Pollack to discuss the value of embracing failure as a leader. Listen in as Andrea talks about the power of female leadership, the importance of celebrating your strengths instead of analyzing your weaknesses, and the inspiring stories behind her best-selling book and podcast. Stay tuned!

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Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives, and emerging leaders create great places to work by creating great places to grow.

If you are a leader who is looking to differentiate your voice, own your story, and choose your path with purpose. Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need.

To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.

June 7, 2021June 7, 2021

Violeta Bulc: On the Value of Innovation, the Responsibility of Entrepreneurship, and the Founding of Ecocivilisation

Violeta Bulc

Violeta Bulc is the Founder and Curator of Ecocivilisation, an initiative that seeks to create an eco-friendly earth and spread technology, curiosity, and greatness across the universe. The Ecocivilisation movement was named one of the Top 100 Projects for the Future of the World by the Women World Economic Forum.

Violeta is the former European Commissioner for Transport, the former Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia, and a current #G100 Global Chair for the Women World Economic Forum.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Violeta Bulc talks about her love of travel — and her goal to see the earth from space one day
How Violeta’s career in computer science led her to California
Why Violeta decided to move back to Slovenia, and how she built a career as an entrepreneur
The most important element to embrace when creating a valuable product or service: innovation
Some of the lessons Violeta learned while building her own company
How Violeta prioritized a culture of innovation as a leader and learned to feed her creative mind
The power of trusting your intuition
Why Violeta decided to enter the political sphere — and her takeaways after working for the European Union
The exciting projects that Violeta has on the horizon

In this episode…

Are you in a creative rut? Do you want to learn how to be more inventive and trust your gut as an entrepreneur, employee, or leader?

Violeta Bulc has entered into — and succeeded in — many different fields: from computer science, to entrepreneurship, to politics. With decades of priceless experience under her belt, Violeta can identify the key elements that have helped her thrive in every endeavor: innovation, intuition, and investigation. According to Violeta, if you prioritize constant creation, listen to your instincts, and celebrate curiosity at every turn, the entire world is at your fingertips. So, how can you begin to embrace these tenets of success and live your best life today?

In this episode of Next Wave Leadership, Violeta Bulc, the Founder and Curator of Ecocivilisation, sits down with Dov Pollack to discuss her storied personal and professional journey. Listen in as Violeta talks about working as a computer scientist in Silicon Valley, her biggest takeaways from starting her own company, and her unexpected — but amazing — political career. Stay tuned!

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Sponsor for this episode…

Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives, and emerging leaders create great places to work by creating great places to grow.

If you are a leader who is looking to differentiate your voice, own your story, and choose your path with purpose. Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need.

To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.

May 31, 2021May 31, 2021

Eva Nahari: On Maintaining Your Own Personal Shape While Understanding the Shape of Your Organization

Eva Nahari

Eva Nahari is the Principal at DNX Ventures, a Silicon Valley and Tokyo-based early-stage venture capital firm that invests in B2B startups. In this position, Eva invests in innovative SaaS, Cloud, ML-Enabled Enterprise Software, and DevOps companies that have the potential to transform the current approach to IT in enterprises.

Outside of her work at DNX Ventures, Eva is an active angel investor and previously served as a Startup Mentor to the Nordic Innovation House in Silicon Valley.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Eva Nahari talks about how a conversation on the subway transformed her life and career
Eva’s experience as a woman in the male-dominated field of computer science
How Eva got a job at an esteemed tech company in the middle of a market crisis
Your greatest competitive advantage in life and business: your unique story
The value of finding your own voice and path — especially as a female leader
How Eva interacts with her inner critic
The importance of identifying and accepting your “shape” as a leader
Eva talks about the vital lessons she has learned from both Swedish and American culture

In this episode…

Do you feel out-of-place as a corporate leader? Are you looking for ways to embrace your unique personality and background in an environment full of cookie-cutter professionals?

After spending years in the corporate world trying to fit into her male colleagues’ ideas of what a female professional should be, Eva Nahari learned an important truth: be your own “shape.” In other words, you are distinct from other people because of your background, personality, and approach to business. Eva believes that your one-of-a-kind story and shape are the most powerful tools you have — tools that will lead you to success and authority in your company. So, how can you discover and embrace your personal narrative and distinct voice today?

In this episode of Next Wave Leadership, Dov Pollack sits down with Eva Nahari, the Principal at DNX Ventures, to discuss understanding the value of authenticity and the power of your story as a leader. Listen in as Eva talks about navigating the male-dominated computer science industry, the importance of identifying your unique voice, and strategies for accepting and celebrating your shape as a leader. Stay tuned!

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Sponsor for this episode…

Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives, and emerging leaders create great places to work by creating great places to grow.

If you are a leader who is looking to differentiate your voice, own your story, and choose your path with purpose. Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need.

To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.

May 24, 2021May 23, 2021

Eric Severson: On Maximum Flexibility, Bias Disruptors, and Turning Vicious Cycles Into Virtuous Ones

Eric Severson

Eric Severson is the Executive Vice President and Chief People & Belonging Officer at Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), a chain of luxury department stores based in the United States. NMG has been a pioneer of luxury fashion items, superior service, and elegant retail experiences for more than 100 years.

Eric is the Director of the Board of Directors for HR People + Strategy, as well as the Director of the Board of Directors for the La Napoule Art Foundation. He is also a Member of the Board of Advisors for the University of Colorado and an Advisory Board Member for IM Human.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Eric Severson talks about the importance of employee experience and “belonging” in organizations
The frustrating reality of corporate leadership: white men still have a monopoly
How to abandon affinity bias and prioritize diversity in your company (hint: a seminar won’t cut it!)
Eric reveals why companies are initiating big inclusion-related changes — and what this means for the future of business
How did the initiative for diversity, equity, and inclusion start?
The importance of cultivating a growth mindset instead of a fixed mindset
Eric discusses how Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) promotes female leadership
Eric’s strategies for overcoming his personal inner critic

In this episode…

Do you want to create a more diverse workplace — but don’t quite know where to start? Are you looking for strategies that will help your organization create positive change instead of perpetuating bias?

Fostering a positive workplace experience where every executive, employee, and customer feels welcome is vital to creating a healthy, inclusive company. Crafting this experience isn’t easy, however; it takes lots of attention, time, and hard work. According to Eric Severson, “Behavior change comes from creating the path of least resistance to doing the right thing.” And, at the end of the day, this path can only be formed by examining and reforming your company’s core values and processes. By analyzing your business’ day-to-day operations, you will quickly see where biases rear their ugly head — and how to get rid of them. So, how can you take concrete steps to forming a more diverse and welcoming workplace today?

In this episode of Next Wave Leadership, Dov Pollack sits down with Eric Severson, Executive Vice President and Chief People & Belonging Officer at Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), to discuss the importance of belonging and equality in the workplace. Listen in as Eric talks about creating positive employee experiences, overcoming prejudice and championing inclusion, and developing a growth-oriented mindset throughout your company. Stay tuned!

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Sponsor for this episode…

Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives, and emerging leaders create great places to work by creating great places to grow.

If you are a leader who is looking to differentiate your voice, own your story, and choose your path with purpose. Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need.

To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.

May 17, 2021May 25, 2021

Raj Sisodia: On Redefining the Role of Business in Society

Raj Sisodia

Raj Sisodia is the Co-founder and Co-chairman of Conscious Capitalism, Inc., an organization that creates and develops a worldwide network of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and intrapreneurs who are dedicated to growing through conscious leadership, learning offerings, and PR opportunities. Raj is also the Franklin Olin Distinguished Professor of Global Business and Whole Foods Market Research Scholar in Conscious Capitalism at Babson College and a Member of the Board of Directors at The Container Store.

Raj is an award-winning author, publishing 10 books and more than 100 academic articles. He has also consulted with and taught executive programs for a great deal of well-known companies, including AT&T, Kraft Foods, Whole Foods, Walmart, McDonald’s, and many others.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Raj Sisodia talks about his best-selling book, The Healing Organization
Raj reveals why — and how — he co-founded the Conscious Capitalism movement
The surprising moment of finding your purpose at the intersection of heartbreak and bliss
America’s marketing tragedy: how destructive advertising strategies lead to country-wide distress
The role of women in the Conscious Capitalism movement — and the result of excessive masculinity in economic history
How Raj’s journey towards personal and professional healing impacted The Healing Organization
What is a conscious leader, and how can you become one?

In this episode…

Are you frustrated with the self-focused, dog-eat-dog world of corporate culture? Do you want to find a way to succeed in your career while also experiencing joy and helping others?

After studying marketing and leadership strategies in corporations across the world, Raj Sisodia learned this truth: you don’t have to suffer in order to be successful. In fact, there is a way to be both wildly profitable and inexpressibly happy — and, according to Raj, the first step to achieving this is to become a conscious leader in all aspects of your life. So, how can you take concrete steps towards embracing awareness and selflessness as a leader today?

In this episode of Next Wave Leadership, Raj Sisodia, the Co-founder and Co-chairman of Conscious Capitalism, sits down with Dov Pollack to talk about reforming business culture by embracing conscious capitalism. Listen in as Raj shares his journey towards the Conscious Capitalism movement, the problems with — and potential solutions to — American marketing strategies, and how Raj’s book, The Healing Organization, propelled his own path towards healing and growth. Stay tuned!

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Sponsor for this episode…

Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives, and emerging leaders create great places to work by creating great places to grow.

If you are a leader who is looking to differentiate your voice, own your story, and choose your path with purpose. Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need.

To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.