Everyone wants to succeed in their business and achieve their dreams, just like Yuri Szarzewski did when he opened Partage, a successful restaurant in Las Vegas. The challenge lies in facing naysayers and overcoming doubts, as Yuri Szarzewski did when people discouraged him from pursuing his American Dream. Yuriy Szarzewski , an executive chef in Las Vegas, shares his journey from a small town in France to owning a successful restaurant near the Strip. Yuri highlights his culinary training in Fr...
Jul 18, 2024•33 min
Good leadership is built on trust between clients and lawyers. The challenge lies in maintaining trust through expertise and ethical conduct, especially in sensitive areas like tax law. Successful leadership in an international tax law firm requires a foundation of trust, adherence to legal boundaries, and a focus on ethical practices. Xavier Oberson is the owner of Oberson Abels established in 1961. He believes that passion, expertise, and teamwork are key factors for success. Under his leaders...
Jun 06, 2024•11 min
The future of winemaking is moving towards quality over quantity. Both Tom Meadowcroft and Dr. Katrina Burrus acknowledged this shift in consumer preferences towards affordable luxuries and high-quality products. The challenge lies in the differences between old world and new world winemaking practices. In this podcast, Tom Meadowcroft , a viticulturist with his own winery in California discusses the evolving trends in the wine industry, emphasizing a shift towards quality over quantity. He high...
May 24, 2024•21 min
Everyone wants to achieve success in their career by making strategic decisions and committing wholeheartedly. But the challenge lies in navigating cultural differences and adapting to diverse work environments, as highlighted by Gavin Isaacs' experience in international business. The key to success is to respect and understand different cultures, make decisions confidently, and commit fully to the chosen path. By embracing multiculturalism and being open-minded, individuals can effectively navi...
Apr 25, 2024•34 min
Everyone wants to succeed in their investments by avoiding the pitfalls discussed in the podcast. The challenge lies in navigating the complexities of investment decisions, including conducting thorough research, assessing and managing risks, and avoiding emotional decision-making. In this episode of the Excellent International Leadership Podcast, Dr. Katrina Burrus interviews Andrew Stotz, an international financial analyst and investment expert who has conducted 800 interviews on people's wors...
Mar 28, 2024•30 min
Leadership communication is essential for good leadership, as it is the connective tissue that binds organizations together. Both internal and external leadership rely on effective communication to influence the marketplace. However, the challenge lies in the evolving realm of communication, where leaders must navigate the digital landscape and polarized markets. William Berenson has a diverse work experience spanning over three decades. William is currently serving as the Senior Partner at Pakt...
Mar 21, 2024•11 min
Leadership in service and working with nations with different leadership styles is a crucial aspect of international cooperation. However, the challenge lies in bridging the gap between different leadership styles and approaches. Each nation has its own cultural and organizational context, which can influence their leadership practices. To overcome this challenge, leaders must have a deep understanding of different leadership styles and be adaptable in their approach. And the question, how does ...
Feb 23, 2024•22 min
Everyone wants to know what it takes to be a good director of a choir or a coach of a football team. But the challenge lies in acquiring the necessary skills and gaining the trust and cooperation of the team members. Discover the secrets from Alan Woodbridge , the Chorus Director of the Geneva Opera House. With his exceptional musical expertise and ability to inspire, Woodbridge knows how to bring out the best in his team of professional singers. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your leade...
Jan 25, 2024•8 min
AI can enhance the coaching experience, automate mundane tasks, and provide valuable support to coaches. The challenge for coaches in incorporating AI into their practice lies in finding the right balance between leveraging technology and maintaining the human touch. While AI can automate mundane tasks and provide valuable insights, it cannot replace the deep level of understanding and emotional connection that coaches bring to their clients. To explore the possibilities of AI in coaching, liste...
Jan 11, 2024•25 min
Everyone wants to be an excellent international leader and coach. It's a common goal that we can all agree on. However, the challenge lies in finding effective strategies to achieve this outcome. Many leaders struggle to expand their network and reach their target audience. Additionally, the cost of podcasting can be a barrier for some. If you pondered over the transformative power of content creation, visibility, and authority in shaping international leadership career, then listen to this cros...
Dec 30, 2023•8 min
Discover the essence of female leadership in a male-dominated sphere through the remarkable experiences of Sasha Larkin, Assistant Sheriff with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. In this episode, Dr. Katrina Burrus interviews Sasha Larkin, a trailblazer in a male-dominated police department. Sasha Larkin serves as Assistant Sheriff with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, dedicating over twenty-four years to public service. In her current role, she oversees two key divisions...
Dec 07, 2023•28 min
Good leadership requires effective communication. However, this requires interpersonal skills, compassion, and good followship. Let’s ask Stéphane Garelli, a professor of competitiveness and former managing director of the World Economic Forum. Gain expert insights on the principles of competitiveness and effective leadership as Dr. Katrina Burrus and Stephane Garelli discuss in this episode. What You’ll Learn From This Episode Learn the importance of effective leadership in creating followers a...
Nov 16, 2023•9 min
Leading teams across different departments increase productivity exponentially. What if you are a leader who struggles to foster collaboration and teamwork across silos in your organization? Then listen to Dr. Tanvi Gautam an expert in enhancing team performance that drive meaningful results. Dr. Tanvi Gautam is the founder of Leadershift Inc. She's a program director at the Singapore Management University. She is a certified business storytelling coach who works with leaders across the globe, h...
Nov 03, 2023•34 min
Are you interested in how to build start-ups with a global footprint? Get ready to be inspired and gain valuable insights from our guest, Peter Ohnemus , a successful entrepreneur and leader in the industry. In this episode, Peter shares his outstanding career journey, starting from the chemical industry to founding multiple successful companies in the technology and healthcare sectors. He discusses his passion for health and how he believes it is one of the most important issues in the world. W...
Oct 19, 2023•24 min
Discover how to build unshakable confidence and make better decisions faster with leadership expert Paul Epstein. In this podcast episode, Paul shares his journey from the sports world to becoming a leadership coach. Learn how to prioritize standards over goals, develop a mindset of confidence and humility, and use the head-heart-hands equation to make effective decisions. Don't miss out on Paul's free confidence quiz to assess and improve your own confidence levels. Visit https://www.paulepstei...
Oct 05, 2023•28 min
Are you struggling to build a high-performing leadership team? Thomas Keil, D.SC. , an expert on teams, shares valuable insights on creating and managing successful leadership teams. Heis a professor at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, where he teaches strategy and international management, and a partner at The Next Advisors. In this episode, Thomas Keil reveals that CEOs cannot achieve success without a strong team behind them. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how top-perform...
Sep 21, 2023•22 min
Raymond Loretan , former Swiss ambassador and active member of numerous boards shares his insights on the competencies required as a board member and board president, emphasizing the importance of independence, listening, and representing diverse viewpoints. As a board chairman, Raymond Loretan, highlights the need to balance the interests of shareholders with the long-term vision of the company, acting as a mediator and negotiator to reach decisions that align with common interests. As a board ...
Sep 07, 2023•11 min
Discover how international leaders are coming together to create a better future for society through the new global program of social protection floors. By ensuring minimum levels of social protection for those in need, this program aims to uplift individuals out of poverty, provide access to healthcare, and offer support during unemployment, old age, and disability. Valérie Schmitt is the Deputy Director, the Social Protection Department, ILO-Geneva. She is also leading ILO’s Flagship programme...
Aug 24, 2023•6 min
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of success from a leader who has conquered the art world? Join us as we dive into the fascinating journey of Caroline Lang, Chairman of Sotheby’s Switzerland. Caroline Lang is internationally recognised for her in-depth knowledge of the art market and her longstanding expertise in Impressionist, Modern and Contemporary art. Appointed Chairman of the Swiss Department of Impressionist, Modern & Contemporary Art in 2012, this consummate polyglot has advised s...
Aug 10, 2023•7 min
What does 'unleadble' means? Scott Clancy is a retired Major General with the Royal Canadian Air Force. With 37 years of experience as a tactical helicopter pilot and in various leadership roles, including Director of Operations for the North American Aerospace Defense Command, Scott has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in leadership and coaching. A trusted and insightful military leader, Scott’s energy and passion for people, coaching, and leading is infectious. He is seasoned in the fundame...
Jul 27, 2023•25 min
Are you looking to become someone's favorite in your industry? Find out how building a personal brand can help you stand out and create meaningful relationships with your customers. Chris Ducker is a serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and author of the bestseller "Virtual Freedom." He is the founder of the personal branding business, Youpreneur.com, and has hosted the annual Tropical Think Tank mastermind event. In this episode, Chris Ducker emphasizes the importance of building a personal br...
Jul 13, 2023•25 min
Are you ready to have your minds blown off as we learn how to become successful entrepreneurs? If you are, then make sure to listen to this episode, for we are to feature Nathan Chan, a publisher and the editor of Foundr Magazine, a digital magazine for young entrepreneurs which he launched in March 2013 from his bedroom. In a short period of time, it became a top ten ranked business and investing magazine on the App Store. As publisher of Foundr, Nathan was a runner up for the Publisher of the ...
Jun 01, 2023•23 min
Are you guilty of putting a ‘when’ condition on your happiness, that you won’t find yourself being genuinely happy unless you achieve this, this, and that? The great Western myth of “I’ll be happy when…” has greatly affected people worldwide that lots of people have now associated their value to their accomplishments or their actions’ results. We all want to be happy but don't always know how, and at some point, it just led to this. But what happens if you have achieved numerous accomplishments ...
May 04, 2023•33 min
Growing up in poverty in his native Greece and later on moving to Sweden at the age of 18, Panos Papadopoulos created an extremely successful swimwear design label from scratch in his new country. The company, named Panos Emporio after its founder, is today represented in more than 30 countries and has a loyal following by royalties, pop stars, and celebrities from all over the world. Ethics and morale are two important issues in the work for Panos. Panos Emporio has very high standards regardin...
Apr 28, 2023•25 min
Mike Manazir is the author of the Amazon best-seller, “Learn How to Lead to Win”, released in January 2023. He is a retired Rear Admiral who served 36 years in the U.S. Navy. He qualified to fly F-14 Tomcats and F-18 Super Hornets, is a Top Gun Graduate, and commanded a fighter squadron, two ships including command of the aircraft carrier, USS NIMITZ. Mike had five tours in the Pentagon and is now an executive with a Fortune 100 Aerospace and Defense Company. In this episode, Mike talks to us ab...
Apr 20, 2023•31 min
Klaus Wehage is the CEO of 10X Innovation Lab, author of Global Class, and Silicon Valley ambassador who serves as a conduit, connecting the world to the startup community elite. He previously served as the Head of International Relations at Silicon Valley Forum, where he started dedicating his career to building and cultivating high-value, sustainable partnerships with international organizations. Klaus has a track record of mentoring over 2000+ founders and corporate executives, working with 5...
Apr 13, 2023•41 min
Jim Schleckser , CEO of The CEO Project Jim helps leaders grow companies. Before he started the CEO Project, a firm that mentors fast-growth CEOs, he ran a technology business valued at $1.6 Billion. He has done business in 41 countries. He has a regular column on entrepreneurial growth issues on Inc.com. He has spent over 10,000 hours speaking with and interviewing CEOs. He has published two best-selling books, “Great CEOs are Lazy” and "Professional Drinking" This episode promises to challenge...
Apr 06, 2023•30 min
Tom Golisano is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader who founded and served as the Chairman of the Board of Paychex, Inc., a leading national provider of payroll, human resource, and benefit outsourcing solutions for over half a million small and medium-sized businesses. He has been consistently recognized by the business, financial and national media and has donated approximately $300 million to various charitable causes and institutions. He was also notably the former owner of the...
Mar 30, 2023•21 min
Paul Lagudi, a former professional Rugby Player turned entrepreneur, is the founder and president of the multi-million dollar Lagudi Fresh Food Group based in Las Vegas. He started his Produce company with just $30,000 and grew it into a million-dollar success within three years. Paul is a published author, having contributed to the book "Breaking Through" alongside 20 other successful entrepreneurs, sharing their insights on achieving breakthrough success. Join us in this episode as we sit down...
Mar 24, 2023•23 min
Richard Haddrill is a CEO industry veteran with a passion for success. Leading 3 successful & fast-growing high-tech companies to significant shareholder returns, Richard also serves as a mentor to executives. He is also a Board member & investor in numerous public and private companies. Previously a Managing Partner at Ernst & Young [North America & Rocky Mountain Region], Richard brings a wealth of experience to the company while actively committing to his charitable endeavors ...
Mar 17, 2023•21 min
