Fifteen Seconds Spotlight

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Fifteen Seconds Spotlight are video episodes of dialogues that dive deep into the minds of leading thinkers, doers, and innovators. Watch and listen to two smart people talk about interesting stuff fo... more

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April 06, 2024 Creativity Unleashed: The Accidental Entrepreneur — Dave Benton and Dania Jimenez | E05
In this enlightening session, professional development coach Dania Jimenez and digital design visionary Dave Benton explore the dynamic interplay between creativity, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Drawing from their rich experiences, they discuss the accidental beginnings of Benton's digital design studio, Metajive, and the pivotal moments that shaped its evolution. The conversation delves into the importance of building strong partnerships, both within a team and with clients, and how these relationships catalyze creative innovation and business growth. Benton shares insights into Metajive's unique approach to client projects, emphasizing collaboration, mutual respect, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative professional, or simply passionate about the power of innovation, this episode offers deep insights and inspiration.
🎙️ Highlights
— Dave Benton's Unplanned Path to Establishing Metajive
— The Role of Partnerships in Creative and Entrepreneurial Success
— Building a Culture of Innovation and Excellence at Metajive
— Client Collaboration as a Cornerstone of Creative Projects
— Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Growth in the Digital Design Industry
— The Impact of Continuous Learning and Adaptability in Leadership
— Metajive's Mission: Blending Technology with Art to Create Engaging Experiences
— Future Trends in Digital Design and How Metajive is Positioning for Innovation
🌟 About Dave
In the mid-90s, Dave Benton's curiosity led him to the emerging field of web design, starting with basic HTML coding. The excitement of creating interactive digital spaces quickly captivated him, turning countless summer nights into explorations of Flash. By the dawn of the new millennium, Benton was deeply engrossed in the digital world. His passion for merging creativity with technology prompted him to start freelancing while still in college.
Each project presented a new journey for Benton, pushing him to broaden his expertise and confront complex challenges. This path ultimately led to the founding of Metajive, a digital studio dedicated to crafting innovative digital experiences. Over two decades, Metajive has positioned itself at the forefront of digital innovation, aiding leading brands in establishing meaningful connections with their audiences, building robust digital platforms, and driving substantial online sales. The significant impact of Benton's work on both clients and users continues to fuel his passion for interactive design. For Benton, this field is more than a profession—it's an opportunity to make a real difference through the convergence of creativity and technology.
https://www.metajive.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/metajive/
🌟 About Dania
Dania Jimenez is a creative consultant with 13+ years in corporate communications, brand development, partnership management and content strategy. She has lent her expertise to a diverse array of brands in varying stages of growth, from publicly-traded real estate companies to award-winning digital agencies, luxury hospitality retreats to CPG wellness products. As a consultant and coach, her unique approach integrates strategic marketing and communications with intuitive downloads to help clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be in their businesses, relationships and lives.
https://daniamarienow.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dania-jim...https://www.instagram.com/daniamarienow/
🔔 About The Show
Fifteen Seconds Spotlight are video episodes of dialogues that dive deep into the minds of leading thinkers, doers, and innovators. Watch and listen to two smart people talk about interesting stuff for 20 minutes, sharing their visions for the future, and sparking curiosity. With a rotating roster of guest speakers, every episode promises fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations.
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35min
February 27, 2024 Productivity: How to Recharge and Refocus — Katie Stoddart and Stoyan Yankov | E04
Join transformative leadership coach Katie Stoddart and productivity guru Stoyan Yankov as they delve into the often unspoken challenges of high performance and productivity. They share their personal struggles with maintaining peak productivity, especially on days marred by insufficient sleep and overwhelming to-do lists. They offer practical coping mechanisms, underscore the importance of mindset, and revisit fundamental productivity strategies. Whether you're a high achiever grappling with similar issues or simply seeking to enhance your productivity toolkit, this episode promises valuable takeaways and relatable experiences.
🎙️ Highlights
— Navigating Productivity Pitfalls: Personal Struggles of Two Performance Coaches
— The Impact of Sleep on Decision-Making and Creativity
— Embracing Mindset and Habits for Overcoming Low-Productivity Days
— The Role of Routine in Achieving High Performance: Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise
— Socializing and Its Influence on Productivity and Creativity for Extroverts
— Strategic Planning and Prioritization for Effective Time Management
— Reflective Practices for Clarity and Goal Setting in Personal and Professional Life
— Tackling Overwhelm: Practical Strategies for Regaining Control and Focus
— Celebrating Achievements and Maintaining Momentum in High-Performance Careers
— The Significance of Intentional Planning and Outcome-Driven Actions in Productivity
🌟 About Katie
Katie Stoddart, founder & CEO of ‘The Focus Bee’ is an-award-winning, transformative coach & conscious leadership facilitator. Katie supports entrepreneurs & companies to reach & sustain peak performance in their business. Katie is dedicated to empowering people to lead with greater joy, alignment, and purpose, so that they can thrive in both their life and work.
Katie started her career as an engineer, working offshore, mapping the seafloor. From her time at sea, she gained the experience of leading teams under stressful circumstances. During her career, Katie has explored two of the greatest mysteries & unknowns: the infinity of the ocean and the depth of the human psyche.
Passionate about: leadership, performance and mindfulness, Katie is frequently invited to speak & host conferences – she has amongst others spoken at Mindvalley, Women in Tech, Fifteen Seconds, and hosted a TEDx event (as MC) in Gothenburg. For her weekly podcast ‘The Focus Bee Show’, Katie interviews international leaders and high performers.

🌟 About Stoyan
Stoyan Yankov a former movie producer, turned into a productivity & performance coach and professional speaker (presenting in 35+ countries) and co-author of the book "PERFORM: The Unsexy Truth about (Startup) Success" (with co-author - Cristobal Alonso, CEO at Startup Wise Guys). Stoyan lived in Denmark for 10 years, where he first completed his MSc Finance degree (Aarhus School of Business), and later worked in video production, premium event experiences, and creating international business networks. Today Stoyan coaches teams and entrepreneurs, and since 2015 has helped 550+ companies across the globe to strengthen their teams (From large international companies all the way to early stage startups). Stoyan is also the founder & host of the podcast Productivity Mastery, interviewing guests such as the founder of Reebok. the founding president of Starbucks International, unicorn founders, and top-tier executives.
During his career - Stoyan has interviewed over 250 successful founders and business leaders from the CEE region and beyond, learning what helped them to be successful at what they do.
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48min
February 19, 2024 Generation Z: Von Sneakern bis Startups — Anastasia Barner und Tamás Trunk Dablty | E03
Generation Z: Von Sneakern bis Startups — Anastasia Barner und Tamás Trunk Dablty
Diese Episode taucht ein in die vielschichtige Welt der Generation Z, von der Sneaker-Kultur bis zum Unternehmertum und der Startup-Landschaft. Anastasia und Tamás bieten Einblicke und führen eine Diskussion über die Veränderungen in der Arbeitswelt, Konsumverhalten und gesellschaftliche Normen.
🔔 About The Show
Fifteen Seconds Spotlight are video episodes of dialogues that dive deep into the minds of leading thinkers, doers, and innovators. Watch and listen to two smart people talk about interesting stuff for 20 minutes, sharing their visions for the future, and sparking curiosity. With a rotating roster of guest speakers, every episode promises fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations.
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25min
January 23, 2024 Why Continuous Improvement Matters in Careers — Adam Perlis and Dania Jimenez | E02
Why Continuous Improvement Matters in Careers
Adam Perlis and Dania Jimenez on Designing Careers, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Growth
Dive into an enlightening conversation with Adam Perlis, a designer turned entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from leading design at Time Magazine to founding his own UX staffing agency. Discover how Adam's design thinking principles have shaped both his career path and personal life.
🎙️ Highlights
— Transition from Designer to Entrepreneur
— Importance of Design Thinking in Life Choices
— Balancing Career Aspirations and Personal Goals
— Insights on the Current Hiring Landscape in Tech and Creative Industries
— The Evolution and Future of Recruitment in the UX Field
🌟 About Adam
Adam Perlis is the Founder and CEO of Academy – UX Staffing & Recruiting Agency. He is the former Head of Design/UX @ TIME Magazine, Head of UX @ AKQA, Design Director @ B-reel and Creative Director @ AT&T AdWorks Lab. His award-winning work has been featured on Awwwards, The FWA, and TechCrunch. He has been a speaker at SXSW, Web Summit, Northside Festival, Fifteen Second Festival, Tech Open Air. He also has served on the InVision Design Leadership Forum, DesignBetter.co Instructor, Working Not Working Members Board, Rutgers University Design Thinking Advisory Board, and as a guest lecturer at General Assembly.
LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamperlis/
LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/academyux/
Personal Website: https://adamperlis.com
Business Website: https://academyux.com
Blog: https://blog.academyux.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8wVKD8NG7uhrcPSuylrPnQ
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0cAfSJ8X4bUtFHSRQ6okZE
X: @adamperlis, @academyuxdesign
Instagram: @academy_ux
Tik Tok: @academyux
🌟 About Dania
Dania Jimenez is a creative consultant with 13+ years in corporate communications, brand development, partnership management and content strategy. She has lent her expertise to a diverse array of brands in varying stages of growth, from publicly-traded real estate companies to award-winning digital agencies, luxury hospitality retreats to CPG wellness products. As a consultant and coach, her unique approach integrates strategic marketing and communications with intuitive downloads to help clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be in their businesses, relationships and lives.
https://daniamarienow.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dania-jimenez-27632135/
https://www.instagram.com/daniamarienow/
🔔 About The Show
Fifteen Seconds Spotlight are video episodes of dialogues that dive deep into the minds of leading thinkers, doers, and innovators. Watch and listen to two smart people talk about interesting stuff for 20 minutes, sharing their visions for the future, and sparking curiosity. With a rotating roster of guest speakers, every episode promises fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations.
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36min
January 02, 2024 Why Learning Fast Transforms Leadership — Scott Morrison and Dania Jimenez | E01
Why Learning Fast Transforms Leadership
Scott Morrison and Dania Jimenez on Creative Leadership and Cultivating Culture
🎙️ Highlights
— The Art of Learning Fast: Scott shares his philosophy on the importance of cultivating a 'learn fast culture' in the workplace, moving beyond the traditional 'fail fast' mindset.
— Visionary Leadership: Unpack the essentials of creating an ambitious yet achievable vision, and how to infuse the DNA of your organization into your strategic goals.
— Power of Storytelling: Learn why storytelling is a vital tool in leadership and how it can bring your company's vision to life.
🌟 About Scott
With a background in advertising and a former CMO and Commercial Director, Scott Morrison is in the business of impact. He started at Saatchi and Saatchi, ran the Nike business at Wieden and Kennedy and then held roles as CMO and Commercial Director for Levi’s, Activision and Diesel. Scott has been recognised 3 times as one of Britain’s 50 most influential Black men by Powerlist UK, co-authored the Amazon best-seller ‘Creative Superpowers’, is a former signed music producer with Defected Records and is a non-executive Director for the British Fashion Council. Now, through his companies the Boom! and Loops, Scott powers up global brands and agencies to Unblock, Unlock and Unleash creative, commercial and cultural impact at pace.
http://www.unleashtheboom.com/
https://www.instagram.com/scotttheboom
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmorrisonfrsa/
https://twitter.com/scotttheboom

🌟 About Dania
Dania Jimenez is a creative consultant with 13+ years in corporate communications, brand development, partnership management and content strategy. She has lent her expertise to a diverse array of brands in varying stages of growth, from publicly-traded real estate companies to award-winning digital agencies, luxury hospitality retreats to CPG wellness products. As a consultant and coach, her unique approach integrates strategic marketing and communications with intuitive downloads to help clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be in their businesses, relationships and lives.
https://daniamarienow.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dania-jimenez-27632135/
https://www.instagram.com/daniamarienow/

🔔 About The Show
Fifteen Seconds Spotlight are video episodes of dialogues that dive deep into the minds of leading thinkers, doers, and innovators. Watch and listen to two smart people talk about interesting stuff for 20 minutes, sharing their visions for the future, and sparking curiosity. With a rotating roster of guest speakers, every episode promises fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations.
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28min

FAQs about Fifteen Seconds Spotlight:

How many episodes does Fifteen Seconds Spotlight have?

The podcast currently has 5 episodes available.