In a former life, Marc Siles was a senior executive chasing a corporate career – until he had a near burnout experience. Originally from Spain, Siles has been living in Finland for the last 18 years, where he dedicates his passion and energy to enable companies around the globe to accelerate their strategic growth. Marc shares powerful and personal stories about how he identified what matters in his life – his daughter, his family, and his passion for human growth. He offers tips for people who ...
Apr 25, 2021•53 min
What does it take to use Agile as a catalyst for Growth? Very often I hear about more companies shifting into trying to become an Agile Enterprise. Still, very few of them are tackling the transformation challenge keeping in mind the cultural and mindset aspect as well. Sources: - www.engineroom7.com - https://www.solutionsiq.com/author/wrowden/ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5Xr-8A2ziE Music credits: Cosmos by From The Dust | https://soundcloud.com/ftdmusic Spoken by IvPem | https://soundcl...
Sep 27, 2020•48 min
It is in moments like the ones we are living now where we have an excellent opportunity to look into how can we generate the needed change, so we transform the crisis we find ourselves in, into a chance to create the future we desire. A few months ago, before the COVID-19 crisis started, I had the pleasure to talk with Timo Lappi, the CEO, and co-founder and of the Finnish company focused on occupational healthcare, Heltti and one of the primary advocates in Finland to create great places to wor...
May 21, 2020•1 hr 3 min
During the on-going COVID-19 crisis, we are experiencing a situation most of us couldn't imagine we would see in our lifetime. Having said that, there is one element that also captures my attention, and that is the remarkable improvement in air pollution levels due to the global lockdown. However, according to the experts, this will not have any impact to slow climate change, as many believe that these reductions are temporary. It's more clear now the potential impact our society could have on t...
Apr 21, 2020•58 min
There have been many cases during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis that have taken my attention that demonstrates the collaborative and caring nature of a lot of human beings, and the importance of demonstrating those values now more than ever. I think that we should spend more time talking about those cases that show the value of unity and solidarity, and less trying to use this difficult moment for political gain or spreading false news and rumors. When talking about leadership by values, I cannot ...
Apr 06, 2020•40 min
The actual Coronavirus situation we are going through is testing our society and companies to new limits. Many companies have stopped temporary traveling and on-site meetings, which opens an opportunity to develop new digital skills to work with high-performance environments in a new format. To talk about how to work with distributed teams and manage priorities across businesses, we have today with us on a video call from his home office in Barcelona, David Gill. Podcast Intro – 0:30 Welcoming D...
Mar 23, 2020•52 min
In which kind of cities, we’ll be living by 2050? There are two potential futures, the Blade Runner scenario or the Self-sufficient city. Can buildings produce food, energy and become self-sufficient? The secret is how we can shift cities from being the problem into being the solution and empower the citizens. Podcast Intro – 0:30 Welcoming Vicente 4:10 Global Connectivity and local self-sufficiency – 6:35 Main challenges to work on – 12:55 Driving Action - 28:35 The cities that will lead change...
Mar 01, 2020•49 min
In this chapter, I'll share with you my favorite Top 5 moments from our first 20 chapters. We are also giving away 10 free audio courses based on my upcoming book "The Discipline Of Success" for the first to register at www.thedisciplineofsuccess.com and use the code "Podcast20." Index: Opening - 1:15 What does it take for leaders to succeed - 4:15 How can stress help us perform better - 10:15 Communication as a tool for change and build trust - 15:15 The human need for radical changes and minds...
Feb 16, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Nick Cowley & Nigel Purse present in their book “5 conversations, how to transform trust, engagement and performance at work” different types of approaches to build trust as a catalyst for growth. Today, we’ll talk about Trust building as the catalyst for growth together with the leadership coach Minna Sutö. Index: Introduction - 0:30 What is Trust - 2:30 When trust takes place - 10:30 Phycological safety - 17:30 Conversations to build trust - 21:30 Closure - 35:50 Resources: - Feedback Podc...
Feb 02, 2020•40 min
Today we’ll talk about how mindfulness might help us to prevent and combat stress & burnout together with the Mindfulness Meditation Coach Chibs Okereke. According to Harvard Medical School, Mindfulness meditation may ease anxiety, mental stress. As mindfulness has become mainstream and more extensively studied, growing evidence suggests multiple psychological and physical benefits of mindfulness exercises. Resources: Retreat for Executives and professionals: www.the7secretkeys.com Chib's We...
Jan 14, 2020•34 min
We talked with Jason Birkevold Liem, a Leadership Coach that fully lives his Ikigai. Ikigai is a composition of how we mix our passion, vocation, mission, and profession. In order to achieve an optimal experience of life and happiness, we have to focus on increasing the time we spend on activities that bring us a state of flow, rather than allowing ourselves to get caught up in activities that offer immediate pleasure. Creating an environment of passion for learning, doing what you do because of...
Jan 01, 2020•49 min
We live in exponential times and simply having a digital strategy focused on continuous innovation is no longer enough to thrive in a constantly changing world. In order to transform an organisation and contribute to building a secure and rewarding networked society, collaboration among employees, customers, business units and even things is increasingly becoming key. Consequently, organizational change requires breaking down old habits and values, while at the same time altering high impact sys...
Dec 20, 2019•40 min
Is Bioeconomy the answer to a sustainable and fair future? So rapid are the changes in science and manufacturing, and so profound are its implications, that some refer to the new bio-economy, as the 4th industrial revolution. Today we’ll talk about the importance of Bioeconomy together with the Director of the European Forest Institute, Marc Palahi. Resources: EFI Web: www.efi.int Founder Web: marcsiles.com Retreat: www.the7secretkeys.com Music credits: Cosmos by From The Dust | https://soundclo...
Dec 08, 2019•45 min
How can we enhance our performance and wellbeing? Today, we’ll talk about the secrets to experience balance in an over-stressed environment, together with the Exercise Physiologist and Master Trainer Tiina Hoffman. Resources: Firstbeat Web: https://www.firstbeat.com/fi/ Lifestyle Assessment: https://www.firstbeat.com/en/wellness-services/individual-wellbeing/ Tiina Hoffman webinar: https://www.firstbeat.com/en/webinars/the-supercompensation-of-life-how-to-balance-load-and-recovery/ Founder Web: ...
Nov 23, 2019•44 min
Today we’ll talk about the future of strategy in modern organizations and how companies can use Megatrends to prepare for success, together with the communication, transformation, and strategy expert Marjaana Toiminen. Resources: Web: marcsiles.com Music credits: Cosmos by From The Dust | https://soundcloud.com/ftdmusic Chill by LiQWYD | https://www.instagram.com/liqwyd Summer Coffee by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeen Synthetic by | e s c p | https://escp-music.bandcamp.com Music pr...
Nov 10, 2019•42 min
Success is not just about achieving things in life, but daring to share the wisdom and learnings, especially from the difficult times. Today, I am daring to open up about my struggles a few years ago with a near-burnout experience and what we can do about it. Resources: Article: shorturl.at/bfH15 Web: marcsiles.com Retreat: The7secretkeys.com Firstbeat Device: shorturl.at/abOZ9 Music credits: Daylight by Jay Someday | https://soundcloud.com/jaysomeday Chill by LiQWYD | https://www.instagram.com/...
Oct 27, 2019•22 min
#12- The power of Loonshots: How to transform organisations for success? Feat. Safi Bahcall by Coaching Talks Podcast with Marc Siles
Jun 09, 2019•1 hr 21 min
Is feedback our friend or just a foe? What can we do to get the best out of it? Today we'll talk about how successful people use feedback together with the international executive coach Marc Siles and the business coach, Minna Sutö. The discussion around how to give and receive feedback has been going on for a long time, but the recently published article in the HBR called "The Feedback Fallacy" has opened again this topic with some new and interesting research data and insights. Why does feedba...
May 24, 2019•55 min
#10- Are leaders made or born? Feat. Minna Sutö by Coaching Talks Podcast with Marc Siles
Mar 28, 2019•46 min
#9- What does it take for executives to succeed at work? Feat. Daniel Pascual by Coaching Talks Podcast with Marc Siles
Mar 13, 2019•20 min
How can mindfulness support our performance in life and at work? Today, we’ll talk about the importance of being Mindful together with the psychologist and mindfulness teacher Ruth Franco, and the executive coach Marc Siles. Resources: - www.Findyourself.fi Music Video Credits: - www.bensound.com - Fresh Start by Joakim Karud (Royalty Free Music) goo.gl/YmnOAx - audiograb.com/ - NoCopyrightMusic: goo.gl/ivGMHw - youtu.be/D2smnU14Q0k - Coldplay Adventure Of A Lifetime Maxwell Jose Cover (RAFO Rem...
Feb 25, 2019•24 min
Which are the main concerns companies are having at the moment - Episode II? Resources: - www.Findyourself.fi Music Video Credits: - www.bensound.com - Fresh Start by Joakim Karud (Royalty Free Music) goo.gl/YmnOAx - audiograb.com/ - NoCopyrightMusic: goo.gl/ivGMHw - youtu.be/D2smnU14Q0k
Feb 10, 2019•19 min
Which are the main concerns companies are having at the moment - Episode I? Resources: - www.Findyourself.fi Music Video Credits: - www.bensound.com - Fresh Start by Joakim Karud (Royalty Free Music) goo.gl/YmnOAx - https://audiograb.com/ - NoCopyrightMusic: goo.gl/ivGMHw - youtu.be/D2smnU14Q0k
Jan 20, 2019•23 min
Why values are the secret of your leadership success? How can you use values to build a successful culture and drive growth? Resources: - https://leaderonomics.com/leadership/values-key-leadership Music Video Credits: - www.bensound.com - NoCopyrightMusic: http://goo.gl/ivGMHw - https://youtu.be/D2smnU14Q0k - Fresh Start by Joakim Karud (Royalty Free Music) http://goo.gl/YmnOAx
Dec 17, 2018•28 min
Which secrets does India posses about Leadership and Team Development? Resources: - How to build teams that win? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cujNmndAPvw - Music Video Credits: www.bensound.com and https://youtu.be/D2smnU14Q0k
Dec 02, 2018•13 min
What is truly driving performance at work (and in life)? Which are the things we can do to unleash our full potential? Resources: - The way we're working isn't working by Tony Schwartz: https://goo.gl/FeiQbT - The Making of a Corporate Athlete: https://goo.gl/Q2EHVc - Are you ok with being mediocre? Or are you targeting for greatness? https://goo.gl/iQnyk3 - How to make stress your friend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcGyVTAoXEU
Nov 07, 2018•23 min
What is the future of leadership? How can we lead by creating our future today? Which are the new skills and capabilities needed to drive growth? List of resources: - Gallup Article "The end of traditional manager": https://www.gallup.com/workplace/236108/end-traditional-manager.aspx - Blog "How to evolve your leadership capabilities": https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/your-mindset-defines-reality-how-evolve-leadership-marc-siles-aligué/ - Performance retreat for Executives and Professionals: Findy...
Oct 22, 2018•17 min
Remember that good enough is the enemy of greatness. True Leaders genuinely thrive for excellence, within themselves and their teams. You can find some further reading about this topic on the following links: - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-really-stopping-companies-development-right-now-siles-aligué - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-ok-being-mediocre-targeting-greatness-marc-siles-aligué - Guest Podcast - Growth-Mindset: https://soundcloud.com/mindsetacademy/mindset-academy-podcast-2-m...
Oct 02, 2018•19 min
What makes self-awareness being so important? How can we start the process of introspection? Which are the initial steps we can take to start our journey? List of resources: - HBR Article: https://hbr.org/2018/01/what-self-awareness-really-is-and-how-to-cultivate-it - "Increase your self-awareness with one simple fix " video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGdsOXZpyWE
Sep 26, 2018•19 min
