Dare to evolve

In this episode of DARE TO EVOLVE, we are honored to welcome Alis Anagnostakis. 

Alis is the founder of the Vertical Development Institute and Adjunct Fellow at the University of the Sunshine Coast in Australia. For decades, she has worked as a leadership development facilitator, executive coach, and researcher. Her pursuit: supporting the development of leaders towards later stages of psychological complexity and maturity. 

Vertical Development is on the rise - but what is it exactly and why should we care? 

Alis eloquently provides insights into the nature and origin of vertical development as it relates to both human growth and organizational development. 

Making a case for vertical development in organizations is not necessarily easy, yet listening to Alis tends to turn every question mark into clarity and every doubt into conviction. 

If you are a leader, learning architect, coach or simply an aficionado of human growth, this episode is a must!

Want more? Check out Alis` extraordinary online learning programs and become a vertical development expert yourself: https://www.verticaldevelopmentinstitute.com/

"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. 

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative consciousness model To Me - By Me - Through Me - As Me by Michael Beckwith. This isn’t just a framework for sensemaking—it’s a profound pathway for personal and collective ascension.

Together, podcast hosts & Prisma founder Andreas Schmitz and Prisma Insights co-founder Nik Frewel uncover the essence of each stage, revealing what lies beneath their surface. They explore how this model embraces us as whole individuals, transcending the workplace to touch every aspect of our lives.

You’ll hear reflections on the potential and challenges of each stage and discover an inspiring vision of what’s possible when we collectively embrace the Through Me and As Me stages. What promise does this hold for ourselves and for the evolution of society?

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that could reshape how you see yourself and your place in the world.

Listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!

"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. 

This time Andreas meets Daniel Ullrich, Founder and CEO of WORC, the prime boutique consultancy that supports holistic business & cultural transformations.

Daniel shares his experience on the key success factors of any major transformation. Based on more than 15 years leading transformation initiatives. His team has developed a pragmatic framework for reviewing these factors, which Daniel calls the neurology of a company.

Andreas and Daniel talk about the difference between real transformations and classic change projects in order to apply the right tools for each. From mirror neurons to performance management - 

listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!

"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. 

This time, Nik and Andreas talk about a variety of tensions leaders are facing. For instance should a leader be 100% authentic, yet a leaders role is to also represent the company direction. This does not always goes hand in hand.

Andreas shares his experiences as a leader how to not lose yourself in the one or the other extreme. 

Nik and Andreas discuss the challenges and reflect on a few pragmatic mechanisms to broaden the spectrum of capabilities and manage those tensions.

Listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!

"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. 

This time, Nik talks to Marianne Fröberg, expert on regenerative practices, executive coach, transformation consultant and just a fascinating person.

The two speak about inner development and the benefit to know yourself better. Marianne talks about initiatives at Italian schools, overcoming emotional avoidance and how leaders can really have a positive impact when they explore their inner self.

Listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!

"Dare to Evolve" the podcast that curates the very essence of human potential. 

Nik Frewel and Andreas Schmitz speak to inspiring thought leaders. Together they explore their key to evolving themselves and what they deeply care about.

In this prequel, Nik and Andreas introduce themselves to the audience. 

Listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!

After having introduces themselves, Nik and Andreas start their first full episode with a guest, kind of guest. Nik switches from host to expert. His passion to inner development is infectious.

They talk about inner vs outer development, or vertical vs horizontal development.

Besides the models and theory, they dive into practical examples how to develop, and the benefits for people doing so and their environment.

Listen to two smooth voices, learn about leadership, and dare to evolve!