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Leaders of Learning

The Leaders of Learning is Southeast Asia's top podcast about learning in the 21st century. Through interviews with leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and many more, Ling Ling explores the technology, methodologies and insights of learning for personal and organisational development.
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Best of Season 5

Season 5 has seen a wide range of experts sharing their knowledge across a wide spectrum of topics, from the industrial revolution to harnessing conflict, from managing money to sustainable development. Broadly, season 5 looked at professional development as well as how we operate in society at large. In this episode, we’ll share with you the most memorable moments to help answer the questions. What can I do to become a better version of myself? How can I create an impact in the world today?...

Jul 30, 202030 min

Sustainability in Asia with Marcy Trent Long

Each continent, each country, each person needs to do its part in achieving these goals. We in Asia are in a unique position to take the lead in solving many of these sustainability problems – and we don’t have much choice! What can individuals and organisations do to create a sustainable world? Joining us is Marcy Trent Long is the Host and Producer of the Sustainable Asia Podcast and Radio Hong Kong feature Trash Talk. Check out www.leadersoflearning.asia

Jul 09, 202032 min

Rethinking Careers with Chee Sze Yen

Experts believe that many will lose their jobs if nothing is done. What can we do to survive the hastened changes in the world? What will future jobs look like? How can we navigate through our complex career transitions? Joining us is Sze-Yen is a Certified Master Coach and Career Coach, with over 14 years’ experience in delivering Coaching programs, as well as training and facilitating workshops. Highlights here: www.leadersoflearning.asia

Jun 25, 202030 min

A Healthy Money Relationship with Anupam Gupta

Money is a word that strikes many emotions. It could be joy, fear, anger and quite often stress. It is something we handle every single day of our lives, in our online and offline shopping, in paying our bills to run our homes. It is the very reason we rise in the morning, dress up and commute to work. Why is it so difficult to talk about money? What can we do to have a healthy relationship with money? https://www.leadersoflearning.asia

Jun 11, 202027 min

Telling Captivating Stories with Rebecca Lim

Stories allow us to better understand ourselves, others and the larger truths of the universe. They also help us to connect, find commonalities and build communities where people can belong. How can we reap the benefits of storytelling? How can we become better storytellers ourselves? Joining us is Rebecca Lim is head of Our Better World, the digital storytelling initiative of the Singapore International Foundation. Highlights here: https://bit.ly/3fl7BVW

May 28, 202027 min

Design Thinking with Shan Sharma

The world’s leading brands, such as Apple, Google, Samsung and GE adopted the Design Thinking approach to continuously produce innovative products and services. Architects, designers, engineers, innovators and many other use design thinking to solve the world's problems. What is design thinking? If it is helpful in solving problems, can we use it in our daily lives and work? Joining us is Shan Sharma, who specializes in design thinking and business innovation. Highlights here: https://bit.ly/2KX...

May 14, 202029 min

Meshing Art and Tech with Kay Vasey

Art and Technology can seem so far apart, as if they can never be friends. But can they? What happens when we intersect art and technology? Joining is Kay Vasey is the Chief Connecting Officer of MeshMinds, a creative technology studio based in Singapore. They specialise in blending the arts with Virtual and Augmented Reality that focuses on impactful, immersive and engaging experiences for environmentally responsible companies. Check out the episode at www.leadersoflearning.asia

Apr 30, 202029 min

Synchronicity and Leadership with Dr Philip Merry

There is no such thing as coincidence. Everything happens for a reason. Research shows that we can connect with fields of energy that are “answers from the universe”. For a leader, harnessing synchronicity can be a mighty challenge but it can also be a great advantage. What is synchronicity? Joining us is Dr Philip Merry, who specialises in helping organisations build High Performing Multi-Cultural Global Teams, and has over 30 years experience. https://leadersoflearning.asia

Apr 16, 202031 min

Harnessing Conflict with Serene Seng

Conflict is often feared and is avoided. It is usually seen as a bad thing to occur in the workplace. But when disagreements are suppressed or swept aside, we lose passion and interest. A good fight deepens relationships and creates superior outcomes. A bad conflict does the opposite. So how can we fight well? Joining us is Serene Seng, a professional speaker, executive coach and host of the YouTube Channel “The Serene View”.

Apr 02, 202026 min

Authenticity Online with Genecia Alluora

Being authentic online is not as easy as taking selfies, sharing articles, heart-felt quotes or having a professional profile taken. This is because the online persona can be completely different from the person you meet in person. How can we show our authentic self online? Joining us is Genecia Alluora, former Miss Singapore and Founder of Soul Rich Woman, the #1 female entrepreneur network in Southeast Asia.

Mar 19, 202027 min

Lifelong Learning in the 4th Industrial Revolution with Dr Koh Tat Suan

The impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution is affecting literally every possible sector and industry. The Industrial revolution has altered, and will be altering the nature of work. What can we do to ride this wave of change to stay relevant and continuously advance ourselves? Joining us is Dr Koh Tat Suan, CEO of Ori9in, a consultancy services focused on workforce development and lifelong learning. Check out the episode here http://bit.ly/2wS6smN

Mar 05, 202027 min

Leaders of Learning: Season 5 Teaser

This is the 2nd year anniversary of The Leaders of Learning podcast. Yeah!!! Who would’ve thought that a small podcast show like mine could last for 2 years! Well, I hope this podcast show will help get you there. We’ve got a fantastic line of guests coming up in Season 5, with topics from the 4th Industrial Revolution to harnessing conflict to synchronicity and much much more.

Feb 20, 20204 min

Helping Rural Women Achieve their Dreams with Chetna Sinha

The banking and finance industry is a very complicated and intricate space. In rural parts of India, where resources are limited and are located far away from bustling cities-- it’s challenging for women to save and get financial support with their hard earned money. We have the privilege to speak to Chetna Sinha is the founder of the Mann Deshi Bank - India’s largest rural bank - that helps rural women achieve their dreams. Highlights @ leadersoflearning.asia

Dec 19, 201923 min

Developing the Next Generation of Asian Female Leaders with Sara Cheng

Through the years, we are seeing more women in non-traditional industries rising up to become top management. The success in recent years is not necessarily due to gender parity. We just need to give equal opportunities for all genders. What do women need to prepare in order to survive the business and tech industries? Speaking to us is Sara Cheng is the Chief Executive Officer of Fuji Xerox Singapore. Highlights @ leadersoflearning.asia

Dec 12, 201922 min

Taking a Stand for Inclusive Growth with Wendy Teleki

Women entrepreneurs have been emerging worldwide. But what is needed most for aspiring women entrepreneurs are the right experiences, either in roles, programs or projects that help them develop necessary entrepreneurial and financial skills. This will help prepare them for the global market. Joining us is Wendy Teleki is the head of Secretariat for the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi) at the World Bank Group. Highlights at leadersoflearning.asia

Dec 05, 201916 min

How Diversity Impacts the Bottom Line with Ling Ling

In an increasingly multicultural world, the absence of cultural sensitivity and intelligence can affect the team’s internal relationships and performance. Nikolaj Groeneweg, French Tech Podcast, and I talked about how diversity improves a company's ability to make decisions that directly impact their bottom line. Ling Ling founded Culture Spark Global, a learning and development company that focuses on building inclusive and thriving organisation. Highlights here: leadersoflearning.asia

Nov 28, 201911 min

Season 4 Teaser

Season 4 is a very Special Season as we cover the Women’s Forum Asia 2019 held in Singapore. It is a 2-day event dedicated to highlight women’s voices and perspectives on global issues. Highlights here: www.leadersoflearning.asia

Nov 14, 20197 min

Best of Season 3 with Ling Ling

We have had 3 successful seasons! Most surprisingly, we’ve hit a great milestone for the show, reaching 300,000 unique downloads from over 130 countries since its launch last January 2018. Highlights here: http://bit.ly/2N0jeoQ

Oct 31, 201922 min

Local to Global with Meital Baruch and LingLing

With globalisation, it is inevitable that our society is increasingly diverse. Technology has enabled companies to operate virtually and in multiple countries. Joining us is Meital Baruch, an intercultural trainer and founder of Global Mindset. Full episode here: http://bit.ly/32l0iGD

Oct 17, 201932 min

Becoming an Entrepreneur with Gary Vaynerchuk

Being your own boss, calling all the shots, hustling to hit your goals. This is the dream for many--to become an entrepreneur. So what do we need to become a successful entrepreneur? Joining us is Gary Vee. Full episode here: http://bit.ly/2nvrsvv

Oct 03, 201919 min

Executive Presence with Rohit Bassi

There are people who carry an aura or energy that charms and attracts. Do leaders need the executive presence to be successful? Will having this help me in advancing my career? Joining us is Rohit Bassi. Full episode here: http://bit.ly/2kewuL1

Sep 19, 201935 min

Taking Social Connections Offline with Marie Nadal Sharma

Many rely heavily on social media for work or business. Is there a better way of reaping the benefits of social media, without being enslaved by it? Joining us is Marie Sharma. Full episode here: http://bit.ly/2m0rsCx

Sep 05, 201935 min

Coaching Education Technology with Steven Sutantro

With a quick search online, you'll find an overwhelming number of mobile apps and software that support learning and education. How do we know whether the technology we are using helps us upgrade our skills? Joining us is Steven Sutantro. Listen to the full episode here: http://bit.ly/2NpMnuu

Aug 22, 201932 min

Developing Hybrid Careers with Philippa Penfold

Career development used to be a straight and predictable path. Rather, it has become a mosaic of skills and interests. A hybrid of multiple skill sets converge to create new roles that never existed before. We are joined by Philippa Penfold, CEO and Co-founder of People Collider. Listen to the full episode: http://bit.ly/2TcuArw

Aug 08, 201934 min

Curing Toxic Cultures with Ashok Miranda

There is a high price to pay when organisations become toxic. Toxic cultures can severely impact the well-being of its employees and the organisation. Joining us is Ashok Miranda, founder of Transform and Transcend. Podcast highlights: http://bit.ly/2YnluNB

Jul 25, 201926 min

Experiential Learning with Jay Kornatt

Experiential learning is a process through which students develop knowledge, skills, and values from direct experiences outside a traditional academic setting. Joining us is Jay Kornnatt, the Managing Director of Transformagent Academy. Podcast highlights: http://bit.ly/32c6hxQ

Jul 11, 201933 min

Preparing for Succession with Rochelle Clarke

Succession is a process. It’s not a matter of handing over a title, a bunch of documents or an entire department or business. When succession is done well, organizations become more resilient in changing times and employees become more united towards the long-term vision. Joining us is Rochelle Clarke, a global strategist and the founder of Succession Strength. Podcast Highlights: http://bit.ly/2ZQKkCB

Jun 27, 201930 min

The Future is Asian with Parag Khanna

Since the turn of the century, Asia is playing a bigger role in shaping the world economy, politics and in global leadership. There is also an increase in technology and innovative startups with funds pouring in from western nations. The Asian landscape is greatly diverse and complex. What makes Asia the place to be in this 21st century? Joining us is Dr. Parag Kahanna author of book called The Future is Asian. Podcast highlights: http://bit.ly/2Xu0nbN

Jun 13, 201930 min

Season 3 Teaser

Season 3 of the Leaders of Learning Podcast Show will be launched soon! We have an exciting line of experts, academics, entrepreneurs talking about a wide range of topics from the Future of Asia, diversity, education technology, social media… just to name a few! In this season teaser, we'll share a few golden nuggets from this upcoming season. Enjoy! Highlights can be found here: http://leadersoflearning.asia/ #leadersoflearning #podcast #season3

May 30, 20195 min

The Best of Season 2

Hi dear listeners, I'm currently in the process of putting together Season 3! We have an exciting line of episodes with a wide range of topics from the future of asia, diversity, education technology, social media… just to name a few! While we get Season 3 up and running, we share with you the best nuggets of Season 2 in this "Best of Season 2" episode. Do check out the Seasons 2 episode that intrigues you most. Enjoy the show! Details found here: www.leadersoflearning.asia

May 16, 201924 min
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