Leap Academy with Ilana Golan

The Leap Academy Podcast with Ilana Golan is all about honest and inspiring conversations about what it really takes to leap to bigger things, amazing careers, and craft the life you want. Stories and tips you won't find anywhere else. Ilana speaks with some of the world's most influential people, experts, and thinkers who created incredible careers, massive impact, built a reputation, and an extraordinary life. Together we discover the untold truths, the emotions, and important lessons that enabled them to reinvent themselves & leap. We take our audience on a journey that will not only inspire but also teach concrete lessons on how to leap careers: fast-track to leadership, jump to entrepreneurship, build a personal brand, portfolio career, and much more.

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Client Spotlight: The Secret To Overcoming Burnout

What is the antidote to burnout? Is it doing less work?According to Jen, Deputy Director at the Gates Foundation, burnout develops from a lack of purpose and fulfillment. Join us as we delve deep into Jen's inspiring story of transformation and massive mindset shifts in her career. You'll hear about how she found Ilana and Leap Academy at her lowest point and how through listening to Ilana's backstory, she felt validation and how, in less than 8 weeks she transformed from someone struggling to w...

Aug 19, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Yasser Zaki - How to Grow a Company Through Impact

Is it possible to run a global company and change people's lives at the same time? Why is aligning with your mission is so critical? For Yasser Zaki, Global CEO at Tender Loving Care, he knew making a difference and changing lives was critical for him. In this episode, Ilana and Yasser discuss what it takes to run a global company while staying true to your mission to help others live a quality life.Yasser Zaki is the Global Chief Executive Officer at Tender Loving Care, providing services to 70...

Aug 17, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Client Spotlight: Her 14 Year Old Said...

Warning: you may shed a tear!Listen to Glenda who ticked many of the boxes of success in an organization but she needed more.What could that look like?Whats even on the "menu"?Listen to this inspiring story and how this is already impacting her family within a few short months!Ready to take the first step to fast-tracking your career? Get access to my free training here: https://training.leapacademy.com/registerIf you want help today creating a different tomorrow book a free career strategy call...

Aug 15, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Client Spotlight: From Individual Contributor to Director at Microsoft!

The classic chicken & egg...Most will never break free from that:"You never proved yourself in leadership so why would we give you a chance".Neelay was committed and wanted to change.He knew he wanted the impact and believed he could be a good leader - but needed the proven formula to make it happen and fast-track the journey. In this episode Ilana chats with Neelay to find out how he was able to not only land a dream role but jump from Individual contributor to Director in Microsoft. Wow! Neela...

Aug 14, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Client Spotlight: The Leap to C-Suite - What does it take?

Yuying Chen-Wynn leaped from VP in a startup to CPO of a public company in 4 months!!What does it really take to get to C-Suite?Dabbling and trying solo doesn't work. What does? In this episode, Ilana chats with Yuying about the limitations of trying to reach success on your own and taking career advice that doesn't support your personal goals. If you are wondering how some executives zoom up the ladder and most stay stuck, then this episode is for you. Watch This Episode on YouTube - https://yo...

Aug 11, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Client Spotlight: From Tech Manager to Chasing Her Dream

What would you do if nothing else mattered? If you weren't afraid? These are the questions Cherie Reed had to grapple with before realizing she was living a life of complacency. How did Cherie Reed move from tech to become the owner of Mashup Market, a vegan business franchising now? In this episode Ilana and Cherie discuss the challenges of navigating corporate politics as an individual who wants to create impact and drive change. Cherie describes the moment she realized all her career choices ...

Aug 10, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Client Spotlight: Building a Legacy of Service

What else is possible?What do I really want to do next?Tim O’brien had already accomplished a lot but wondered what else is possible.In a very short time, he leaped to found Eighty 20 Partners. Listen to this inspiring story, as Ilana sits down with Tim to discuss how he found the clarity to pivot his career trajectory and make the leap to start his own company. Watch This Episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/5Y6bO32hP7w Would you like to learn the 4 steps our clients use to make huge leaps in ...

Aug 09, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Client Spotlight: From Dream Role to CEO & Author

What creates the pull to start your own company?When do you decide to follow your passion and when do you play safe?In this episode, Ilana chats with Lisa Litherland, author, speaker and CEO of Social Optics a social communication program that helps teens create a toolkit to elevate their social and emotional well-being. Lisa talks about what led her to leave a high-paying job, with a great culture, and work she loved.Listen to this inspiring story! Watch this Episode On YouTube - https://youtu....

Aug 07, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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